washstand

wash·stand

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [wosh-stand, wawsh-]
- /ˈwɒʃˌstænd, ˈwɔʃ-/
- /ˈwɒʃ.stænd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [wosh-stand, wawsh-]
- /ˈwɒʃˌstænd, ˈwɔʃ-/

Definitions of washstand word

noun washstand a piece of furniture holding a basin, pitcher, etc., for use in washing one's hands and face. 1
noun washstand a stationary fixture having faucets with running water, for the same purpose. 1
noun washstand A piece of furniture designed to hold a jug, bowl, or basin for the purpose of washing one’s hands and face. 1
noun washstand standing basin or sink 1
countable noun washstand A washstand is a piece of furniture designed to hold a bowl for washing your hands and face in, which was used in former times before washbasins had taps on them. 0
noun washstand a piece of furniture designed to hold a basin, etc, for washing the face and hands 0

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Origin of washstand

First appearance:

before 1820

One of the 38% newest English words

First recorded in 1820-30; wash + stand

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Parts of speech for Washstand

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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washstand popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for washstand

noun washstand

toilet — a bathroom fixture consisting of a bowl, usually with a detachable, hinged seat and lid, and a device for flushing with water, used for defecation and urination.
dresser — a dressing table or bureau.
bathroom — A bathroom is a room in a house that contains a bath or shower, a washbasin, and sometimes a toilet.
cap — A cap is a soft, flat hat with a curved part at the front which is called a peak. Caps are usually worn by men and boys.
chiffonier — a tall, elegant chest of drawers, originally intended for holding needlework

All 6 Synonyms of washstand