restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

US

: a room or suite of rooms in a public space providing toilets and lavatories : a public bathroom

Synonyms of restroom

• bathroom
• toilet

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

As daily commuters have already noticed, restroom facilities are in short supply. —Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026

By comparison, Dogwood Park East has the necessary amenities in place – like restrooms, parking, shelters and a playground. —Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026

Officials say restroom and water fountain availability in the atrium will be limited temporarily as crews work to fix the issue. —Dan Raby, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2026

Other areas falling below code in the report ranged from restrooms and kitchens to HVAC, egress, interior and exterior stairs, flooring and damaged sidewalks. —Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 1 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for restroom

• assume
• backroom
• ballroom
• barroom
• bathroom
• bedroom
• boardroom
• bridegroom
• classroom
• cloakroom
• consume
• costume

Kids Definition

restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm 

-ˌru̇m

: a room or set of rooms that includes sinks and toilets