as in restrooms
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
the school's filthy, broken-down lavatories were a disgrace
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Recent Examples of lavatories
The all-electric passenger version seats up to 10 in a business-class layout or six in a VIP configuration, with lavatories, climate control, ambient lighting, and oversized windows.
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Omar Kardoudi
may 27, New Atlas, 27 May 2026
The 60 spacious rooms and 30 suites are all equally stylish with luxurious, 300-thread-count bed linen and high-tech Japanese lavatories.
—Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 7 May 2026
Flight attendants emphasize closing the toilet lid before flushing to help limit the spread of germs in tight airplane lavatories.
—Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Smoke detectors were made standard in lavatories.
—Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Mar. 2026
Others were told to stand in the aisles or sit in the lavatories.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
The app also lets users save their favorite public lavatories for easy access.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
As previously reported, the Vacuum, Collection, Holding and Transfer system has been prone to clogging, leaving all of the carrier's lavatories out of service at the same time!
—Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The new restroom building will have a surf shack theme and several all-gender toilets, as well as outdoor lavatories and drinking fountains.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Omar Kardoudi
may 27, New Atlas, 27 May 2026
The 60 spacious rooms and 30 suites are all equally stylish with luxurious, 300-thread-count bed linen and high-tech Japanese lavatories.
—Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 7 May 2026
Flight attendants emphasize closing the toilet lid before flushing to help limit the spread of germs in tight airplane lavatories.
—Joey Skladany, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
Smoke detectors were made standard in lavatories.
—Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Mar. 2026
Others were told to stand in the aisles or sit in the lavatories.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026
The app also lets users save their favorite public lavatories for easy access.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2026
As previously reported, the Vacuum, Collection, Holding and Transfer system has been prone to clogging, leaving all of the carrier's lavatories out of service at the same time!
—Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The new restroom building will have a surf shack theme and several all-gender toilets, as well as outdoor lavatories and drinking fountains.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lavatories
Noun
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In addition, Captain’s Club guests will have dedicated viewing decks at the stages, complimentary snacks and alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, complimentary Wi-Fi and dedicated restrooms, merchandise stands and a photo booth.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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The stadium has new bleachers, concessions, ticket buildings, restrooms and a press box with elevator access, and the players will use new team rooms and a building dedicated to weight training.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Noun
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In these suites, separate living areas create space to unwind, while spa-like marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and walk-in rain showers offer a haven of luxury and calm above the bustling energy of Manhattan.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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The marble bathrooms are fitted with both deep soaking tubs and walk-in showers—two options for using the Guerlain bath products—plus heated flooring and flat-screen televisions embedded in the fog-free mirrors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Thoughtful modern touches—like in-room iPads, automatic fireplaces, and high-tech Japanese toilets—bring the experience more into the present.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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There are toilets and trash receptacles at the parking lot.—
R. Scott Rappold,
Denver Post,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Lavatories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lavatories. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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