What does "washbasin" mean?

A basin used for washing, (now) particularly a permanently installed sink, fitted with a water supply and a drain, for washing the hands and face.

What is a synonym for "washbasin"?

Common synonyms include: basin, handbasin, lavabo, lavabo, lavatory, washbowl.

Pronounced //ˈwɑʃˌbeɪsən//.

//ˈwɑʃˌbeɪsən// noun

noun ·Moderate ·College level

Noun

1
A basin used for washing, (now) particularly a permanently installed sink, fitted with a water supply and a drain, for washing the hands and face.
2
a basin for washing the hands wordnet
3
A laundry sink or utility sink.
4
a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face wordnet

"The washbasin is made of granite."

From wash + basin.

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