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
Budget and Classic classes share a toilet and two additional basin-only washrooms located at the end of each car.
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Emily Manthei,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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.
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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.
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Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2026
Emily Manthei,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
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.
—
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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At least 15 states now restrict transgender individuals from using public restrooms, including in government buildings and universities.
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These undeveloped sites typically lack amenities such as water, trash, or restrooms, though some have fire rings and picnic tables.
Noun
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The home includes four bedrooms and five bathrooms, and was built in 2009.
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Set on nearly three acres, the approximately 6,100-square-foot residence featured six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, along with a semicircular living room, marble floors, and lush grounds anchored by a pool and loggia.
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For those looking for simple car camping (beginner) Each of these campgrounds are in Angeles National Forest, offer piped water and vault toilets, and have sites with picnic tables, parking spots and campfire rings.
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In addition to ordering portable toilets outside gas stations, the city of Irkutsk raised public transport fares as of Wednesday, citing rising fuel costs.
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“Washrooms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/washrooms. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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