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

Taking position in a men’s restroom, a Citi security officer fired at Pearson. — Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Some features will only come into play once the broader upfit starts, including sewage infrastructure, dignified restroom facilities, and a community health post, as well as a fire service outpost equipped for 24-7 operations. — Bella Webb, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

In 2024, the inspection found bedding on floors, graffiti and soot, and unsecured restroom doors, the OIIG said. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

In one, a suspicious white powder was found in a baggie in a restroom of a store. — Susan Sarkauskas, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 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