Bathroom Meaning

UK /ˈbɑːθruːm/
US /ˈbæθruːm/
Word Definition
bathroom meaning

Bathroom Definition & Usage

noun

A room in a house or other building equipped with facilities for personal hygiene, such as a toilet, sink, and sometimes a shower or bath.

Examples

  • "The bathroom is at the end of the hallway."
  • "I need to clean the bathroom before guests arrive."
  • "She spends a lot of time in the bathroom getting ready for work."
  • "I couldn't find my keys in the bathroom, so I think I left them in the kitchen."
  • "The bathroom needs a new coat of paint to brighten it up."
noun

A public restroom or toilet, especially in a large building or outside of the home.

Examples

  • "Excuse me, where is the bathroom?"
  • "She was desperate to find a bathroom after drinking all that coffee."
  • "The mall’s bathrooms are always so clean."
  • "He rushed to the bathroom after the long road trip."
  • "They were forced to use the bathroom in the park after their hike."
verb

To use the bathroom for personal needs.

Examples

  • "I’ll be right back; I need to bathroom."
  • "Do you mind if I bathroom quickly before we leave?"
  • "She had to bathroom before continuing the road trip."
  • "They were going to bathroom before the movie started."
  • "Can you wait? I just need to bathroom."

Cultural Context

Bathrooms, as private spaces for personal hygiene, became more common in homes during the 19th century, particularly after the widespread adoption of indoor plumbing. Today, bathrooms are a standard feature in most homes, and public bathrooms are essential amenities in modern infrastructure.

The Great Bathroom Adventure

Story

The Great Bathroom Adventure

It was a sunny Saturday morning when Jess and her friend Mark decided to take a spontaneous road trip to the beach. After driving for several hours, Mark started to feel the pressure. 'I need a bathroom,' he said, shifting uncomfortably in the passenger seat. Jess laughed, 'We're in the middle of nowhere! Good luck!' But after a few more miles, Mark's discomfort grew unbearable. Luckily, Jess spotted a sign for a public park with a restroom. They pulled over, and Mark rushed toward the bathroom. Meanwhile, Jess admired the view of the beach from the parking lot. As Mark emerged from the bathroom a few minutes later, looking relieved, he noticed Jess still standing by the car, gazing out at the ocean. 'You sure you're not going to bathroom too?' he teased. Jess smiled and shook her head. 'I'll wait until we find a nicer one. The beach bathroom isn't exactly calling my name.' The pair spent the next few hours at the beach, but when it was time to head back, Jess found herself in desperate need of the bathroom. She told Mark, 'If we don't find one soon, I'm going to be in trouble.' As luck would have it, they passed by a gas station with a clean restroom. Jess hurried inside, and a few minutes later, Mark was sitting outside, waiting. 'I’ll be right back,' Jess called from inside. She emerged a few moments later, feeling much better. On the way home, Mark turned to Jess and said, 'Next time, let’s make sure we stop before the bathroom emergency hits.' Jess agreed, but couldn't help but chuckle. 'It’s always the little things like bathrooms that can make or break a road trip.'

The Great Bathroom Adventure