showerhead

noun

show·​er·​head ˈshau̇(-ə)r-ˌhed How to pronounce showerhead (audio)
: a fixture for directing the spray of water in a bathroom shower

Examples of showerhead in a Sentence

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Rainfall or high-pressure showerheads instantly change the experience from purely functional to genuinely relaxing. Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026 Rainfall or high-pressure showerheads instantly elevate the experience from functional to indulgent. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026 Start With a Showerhead Swap One of the quickest ways to elevate your daily routine is upgrading your showerhead. Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026 Deep clean the showerhead with a vinegar soak at least four times every year. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for showerhead

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of showerhead was in 1865

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“Showerhead.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showerhead. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.

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