Pronunciation

/toɪˈliːt/

Definitions

Noun

A toilet is a plumbing fixture designed for the disposal of human waste and, in some cases, for the purpose of personal hygiene. It can refer to both the physical structure and the act of using it.

Verb

To use the toilet or go to the toilet means to go to a place designated for the purpose of defecation or urination.

Adjective

The term can be used as an adjective to describe a facility or room equipped with a toilet, such as “a public toilet” or “a restroom with toilet facilities.”

Phrases

• “Use the toilet” for practical instructions.
• “Restroom” or “bathroom” is often used interchangeably with “toilet” when referring to a facility.
• “Number one” or “number two” are slang terms for referring to defecation or urination, respectively.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The hotel had clean and modern toilets for guests.”
• Verb: “After the long journey, they stopped to use the toilet.”
• Adjective: “The airport has several toilet facilities.”

Synonyms

• Bathroom
• Lavatory
• Washroom
• Commode
• John
• Loo
• W.C. (Water Closet)