bathhouse

noun

bath·​house ˈbath-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce bathhouse (audio)
ˈbäth-
1
: a building equipped for bathing
2
: a building containing dressing rooms for bathers

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Visiting the bathhouse before the saunas is the first step in achieving maximum moisture. Essence, 26 Sep. 2025 Put to work in a magical bathhouse for spirits and demons, Chihiro must use all her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents and return to the normal world. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025 Back in the early 1900s, Newport Beach was gaining popularity as the red line trolley from Pasadena brought people straight to Balboa Pavilion, a bathhouse and gathering place. Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 25 Sep. 2025 The primary suite is all about ritual and calm, with a bathroom inspired by Japanese bathhouses and, of course, those endless ocean views. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bathhouse

Word History

First Known Use

1705, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of bathhouse was in 1705

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“Bathhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bathhouse. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

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bathhouse

noun
bath·​house ˈbath-ˌhau̇s How to pronounce bathhouse (audio)
ˈbȧth-
1
2
: a building containing dressing rooms for swimmers

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