restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
Synonyms of restroomnext
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.
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Accessibility Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco provides wheelchair-accessible accommodations, elevators, adaptive restrooms, and a variety of features, including Braille and tactile signage and auditory guidance. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 The girl later told investigators that Moskovita grabbed her, pulled into a family restroom, and pulled down his pants. Logan Smith, CBS News, 1 June 2026 Living quarters included bunk beds, a small kitchen, restrooms, and communal areas where crews spent 24-hour rotations waiting for orders that everyone hoped would never arrive. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026 In addition, Captain’s Club guests will have dedicated viewing decks at the stages, complimentary snacks and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, complimentary Wi-Fi and dedicated restrooms, merchandise stands and a photo booth. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for restroom

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 6 Jun. 2026.

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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