: a fixture for directing the spray of water in a bathroom shower

Examples of showerhead in a Sentence

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Legionnaires' disease is a form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, which grow in warm water and can spread in building cooling systems, hot tubs and showerheads. ABC News, 14 July 2026 Other perks continue the theme of relaxation, including the sauna, hot tub, rainfall showerheads, and sundrenched backyard surrounded by lush greenery. Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026 Allow the showerhead to soak for at least four hours; overnight is better. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 28 June 2026 More damage from hard water may not be readily evident but is hidden in clogged water lines, steam irons, showerheads, faucets, and mineral deposits in coffee makers that affect the taste of coffee. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 June 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 17 Jul. 2026.

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