LAVATORY


Meaning of LAVATORY in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' la-v ə - ˌ to ̇ r- ē , Brit -v ə -t( ə -)r ē

Function: noun

Inflected Form: plural -ries

Etymology: Middle English lavatorie, from Medieval Latin lavatorium, from Latin lavare to wash ― more at LYE

Date: 14th century

1 : a vessel (as a basin) for washing especially : a fixed bowl or basin with running water and drainpipe for washing

2 : a room with conveniences for washing and usually with one or more toilets

3 : TOILET 3B

– lavatory adjective

Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary.      Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка.