: a usually fixed tub for bathing

Examples of bathtub in a Sentence

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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 See All Example Sentences for bathtub

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bathtub was in 1821

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“Bathtub.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bathtub. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a tub in which to take a bath

Medical Definition

: a usually fixed tub for bathing
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