bath mat

noun

: a usually washable mat used in a bathroom

Examples of bath mat in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If your bath mat has an anti-slip rubber or latex backing, know that the dryer’s high heat can degrade it over time. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 24 Aug. 2026

The collection also includes a coordinating bath mat and bathrobe for a cohesive look. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 10 Aug. 2026

Bath towels and washcloths should be washed every three to four uses, and bath mats should be washed weekly. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 June 2026

To make your bathroom feel cozy and luxurious, lay plush bath mats in front of the shower and sink, or try using a bigger, water-resistant bathroom rug. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bath mat

• begat
• bobcat
• chitchat
• doormat
• ducat
• eclat
• format
• hazmat
• muskrat
• nonfat
• polecat
• thereat