toilette

noun

toi·​lette twä-ˈlet 

1

: toilet sense 2

2

a

: formal or fashionable attire or style of dress

b

: a particular costume or outfit

Examples of toilette in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Eau de toilettes typically fall in the 7 to 12% range, eau de parfums land around 15 to 20%, and concentrates (also known as extraits) can reach 22 to 30%. — Allure, 17 Feb. 2026

There are also mile-wide court dresses; a step-by-step look at the queen’s daily toilette, and a replica of the jewels from the Affair of the Diamond Necklace, which saw Marie Antoinette’s reputation damaged by false criminal accusations. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025

This refers to clashing different concentrations (perfume oils, eaux de parfum, and toilettes) across various parts of your body. — Venus Wong, Refinery29, 1 Apr. 2025

Frommer has no qualms about sauntering into an establishment and asking to use their toilette, baño, banheiro or loo. — Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 3 July 2024

Eau de parfums are a great entryway into the world of long-lasting fragrances, as EDPs have a higher oil concentration than mists and toilettes, which allows for a stronger projection and long wear. — ELLE, 1 Aug. 2023

In present day, the brand has expanded to 49 candles, along with almost 40 eau de parfums and toilettes, tabletop, objets d’art, and limited edition drops. — Margaux Anbouba, elle.com, 25 May 2023

In a vivid opening scene, Prioleau details the adult Miriam’s arduous toilette, and her reliance on pearl powder to whiten her skin. — New York Times, 29 Mar. 2022

Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French

First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing toilette

• eau de toilette

Rhymes for toilette

• toilet