Word: Lavatory

Pronunciation

/ˈlævətɔːri/

Definitions

• Noun: A room with facilities for washing and usually also for toilet purposes, especially one provided for public use. For example: “The airport has several restrooms/lavatories available for travelers.”

Phrases

• “To visit the lavatory”: To go to the bathroom/toilet.
• “Public lavatory”: A restroom or toilet that is open for use by the general public.
• “Airplane lavatory”: The small bathroom on an airplane.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Excuse me, could you tell me where the nearest lavatory is?”
• “Passengers are asked to remain seated while the aircraft is moving unless they need to use the lavatory.”

Synonyms

• Restroom
• Toilet
• Bathroom
• Washroom
• WC (Water Closet)
• Comfort station
• Powder room
• John
• Loo (informal British English)