as in restrooms
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
he inquired as to whether there was a loo anywhere in the building
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Recent Examples of loos
Storage is at a premium in every room, but especially in small loos where cabinet-style vanities are often forgone in favor of space-saving pedestal sinks.
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Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
Looky-loos peeked through the windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Luxury takes center stage in the marble bathrooms, which are stashed with Penhaligon’s goodies and have Japanese loos with heated seats.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Bob doesn’t let in looky-loos in terms of people who might be cluttering around to try to watch or observe him act.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
In addition to all the looky-loos and Instagrammers, the property has attracted prominent creatives for decades.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In the back yard of Glackens’s loos, the flagstone was damp underfoot.
—Literary Hub, 3 Oct. 2025
Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 27 May 2026
Looky-loos peeked through the windows.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
Luxury takes center stage in the marble bathrooms, which are stashed with Penhaligon’s goodies and have Japanese loos with heated seats.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
Bob doesn’t let in looky-loos in terms of people who might be cluttering around to try to watch or observe him act.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
In addition to all the looky-loos and Instagrammers, the property has attracted prominent creatives for decades.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In the back yard of Glackens’s loos, the flagstone was damp underfoot.
—Literary Hub, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loos
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
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“Loos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loos. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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