washbowl

CEFRB1

/ˈwɒʃboʊl/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A bowl used for washing the face or hands.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A basin for washing the face and hands.

Examples

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

  • Every house here has a washbowl.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meaning

  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.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From wash + bowl.