john

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john

noun \ˈjän\

Definition of JOHN

1
[probably short for johnny, johnny house privy] : toilet
2
: a prostitute's client

Examples of JOHN

  1. Excuse me, I have to go to the john.
  2. <man, that guy seems to spend hours in the john>

Origin of JOHN

from the name John
First Known Use: 1856

Related to JOHN

Synonyms: bath, bathroom, bog [British], can, cloakroom [British], comfort station, convenience [chiefly British], head, toilet, latrine, lavatory, loo [chiefly British], potty, restroom, washroom, water closet
Related Words: commode, pan [British], pot; garderobe, jakes, outhouse, privy; half bath, powder room; ladies [chiefly British], ladies' room, men's room
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