Toilet

usgb/ˈtɔɪlət/
noun

A large bowl connected to a pipe designed for sitting on or standing over in a bathroom.

He flushed the toilet after use.
Visual representation of "toilet" - A large bowl connected to a pipe designed for sitting on or standing over in a bathroom.

Often appears as...

  • flush the toilet
  • clean the toilet
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Facility Variation

The appearance and features of toilets vary globally, affecting phrases used.

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Squat toilets are common in Asia, unlike the sitting toilets in the US.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Discussing toilet usage can be sensitive; be discreet in different cultural settings.

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Excuse me, could you please direct me to the restroom?
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Euphemism Aware

Many euphemisms like 'restroom' or 'washroom' often replace 'toilet' in polite conversation.

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I need to visit the washroom quickly.
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