Bathroom

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Bathroom

Bathroom (/ˈbɑːθruːm, -rʊm/), from the Old English baðian meaning "to bathe", is a room in a home or hotel for personal hygiene activities, generally containing a toilet, a sink (basin) and either a bathtub, a shower, or both. In some countries, the toilet is usually included in the bathroom, whereas other cultures consider this insanitary or impractical, and give that fixture a room of its own.

Etymology

The term "bathroom" originated from the word "bath", which in turn comes from the Old English baðian meaning "to bathe". The suffix "-room" in the English language, signifies a place or space designated for a specific purpose. Thus, a "bathroom" is a place where one bathes.

Components

  • Toilet - A sanitation fixture used primarily for the disposal of human urine and feces.
  • Sink - A bowl-shaped plumbing fixture used for washing hands, dishwashing, and other purposes.
  • Bathtub - A large container for holding water in which a person may bathe.
  • Shower - A place in which a person bathes under a spray of typically warm or hot water.

Related Terms

  • Ensuite - A bathroom directly connected to a bedroom.
  • Powder room - A small bathroom for guests, typically containing only a sink and a toilet.
  • Washroom - Another term for a bathroom, particularly in public buildings.
  • Restroom - A term used in the United States for a public toilet facility.
  • Lavatory - A room fitted with equipment for washing the hands and face and usually with flush toilet facilities.
  • Water closet - A room or compartment with a toilet and a washbasin; a lavatory.

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