bathtub

noun

bath·​tub ˈbath-ˌtəb 

ˈbäth-

: a usually fixed tub for bathing

Examples of bathtub in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the photos, Brooklyn could be seen sitting in a bathtub and holding her newborn baby as her husband gives her a kiss on her forehead. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

To satiate appetites, silver platters of sliders, sushi, and mini pigs in a blanket made their way around the room, as did little bathtubs filled with French fries—perhaps another clue for the upcoming series? — Lauren Sanchez, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026

Walsh was found upstairs in a bathtub full of bloody water, actively harming herself with a knife, prosecutors said. — Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026

The couple cozies up together in a bathtub in the video, which is directed by fashion photographer Mert Alas. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing bathtub

• bathtub gin

Kids Definition

bathtub

noun

bath·​tub -ˌtəb 

: a tub in which to take a bath

Medical Definition

bathtub

noun

bath·​tub ˈbath-ˌtəb, ˈbȧth- 

: a usually fixed tub for bathing