lavatory

Definition

A vessel or fixture for washing, particularly

Etymology

From Middle English lavatorie, from Late Latin lavātōrium, from Latin lavāre (“to wash”) + -ium (forming places related to an activity). As a place to pan gold, via Spanish lavadero. Doublet of lavatorium and laver. See also lave.

Example Sentences

• "Whon he haþ vsed he walkeþ riht To Lauatorie þer hit is diht For to wassche his hende."
• "And thow shalt make a brasun lauatory with his foot to wasshe with."
• "Their 'bathroom' included a toilet and a lavatory but no bath."