restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
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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There are also ramps available in all public spaces, single-use restrooms near the pool, as well as a pool lift. Marcea Cazel, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025 The accessible changing restroom with hoist, from Momentum Refresh, now also includes a breastfeeding and sensory-friendly space. Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 1 Aug. 2025 As the chaos unfolded, employees inside the building scrambled to safety, sending frantic messages via Microsoft Teams and email, and barricading themselves in offices and restrooms, according to Wall Street Journal. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 29 July 2025 Camping fees include WiFi, showers, restrooms, a laundry room and admission to Bedrock City and raptor flight shows. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025 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 20 Aug. 2025.

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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