restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
US
: a room or suite of rooms in a public space providing toilets and lavatories : a public bathroom

Examples of restroom in a Sentence

I wasn't feeling well and had to make a number of trips to the restroom.
Recent Examples on the Web Over by the hallway to the restrooms at the Blarney Stone is a small glass cabinet that looks at first glance like a display case for exotic insects and butterflies. David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2024 Even if signs remind employees to remove their aprons before entering the restroom and wash their hands before returning to work, food service workers may not always follow these practices. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for restroom 

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Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of restroom was in 1899

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“Restroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restroom. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

restroom

noun
rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room or set of rooms that includes sinks and toilets

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