as in restrooms
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
could you tell me where the washroom is?
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Recent Examples of washrooms
There is evidence that women’s vulnerability increases when refugee camps don’t have women’s washrooms, when they are placed too close to men’s washrooms or are in remote, unlit locations.
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Jenna Norosky, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Their four properties have 450 boat slips combined with four gas docks, washrooms and showers, plus picnic spots for vacation getaways or weekend fun.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Understated washrooms can look to options like dual-tone grey or monochrome blue for a pop of color, while maximalists can flock to more experimental combos like mustard yellow and bronze to really peacock.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Jenna Norosky, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Their four properties have 450 boat slips combined with four gas docks, washrooms and showers, plus picnic spots for vacation getaways or weekend fun.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
Understated washrooms can look to options like dual-tone grey or monochrome blue for a pop of color, while maximalists can flock to more experimental combos like mustard yellow and bronze to really peacock.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for washrooms
Noun
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Self-cleaning and self-maintaining public restrooms do exist, and other communities in the nation use them.—
Michael Perkins,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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Officials also constructed new restrooms and concession stands.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Accessibility Rooms for those with mobility needs are in place, and the fitness club, pool, spa, and public bathrooms also address accessibility concerns.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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The residence includes five bedrooms spread across two floors, two bathrooms, utility rooms, and a long terrace running the entire length of the facade facing Lake Maggiore.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 May 2026
Noun
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The property features water conservation features such as dual-flush toilets and low-flow fixtures, with refillable aluminum water bottles and water bottle refill stations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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Other amenities include flushing toilets and hot showers, an RV dumping station, a playground, and basketball and volleyball courts.—
Anna Laird Barto,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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“Washrooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washrooms. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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