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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A sink in a bathroom, connected to a supply of water and a drain, in which one may wash one's face and hands.
2. 2
   a basin for washing the hands wordnet
3. 3
   A basin for washing the face and hands.
4. 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

Synonyms

All synonyms

washbasinwashbasinbasinbathbathtubbidet

Example

More examples

"Since the shower was broken, Jose had to bathe in the washbowl."

Etymology

From wash + bowl.

Related phrases

my lady's washbowlwash hand basin

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