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lavatory

UK
/ˈlævəˌtəri/
US
/ˈlævəˌtɔri/

Translations

lavatorynoun
lavatories
pl
UK
/ˈlævəˌtəri/
US
/ˈlævəˌtɔri/
toilettesSurtout au pluriel pour désigner un cabinet de toilette, des toilettes publiques ou les toilettes d’un avion.
The airplane's lavatory was small but functional.
Les toilettes de l’avion étaient petites mais fonctionnelles.
lavaboPour le bassin ou le meuble de lavage avec arrivée d’eau.
The lavatory in the guest room was equipped with a modern sink and faucet.
Le lavabo de la chambre d’amis était équipé d’un évier moderne et d’un robinet.
Additional translations
WCSens plus courant à l’écrit technique ou administratif pour les toilettes.
Synonyms
restroom
facilities
water closet
loo
washroom
toilet
bathroom
lavatoryadjective
more lavatory
Comp.
most lavatory
Super.
UK
/ˈlæv.ə.tər.i/
US
/ˈlæv.əˌtɔːr.i/
Used attributively before another noun to indicate relation to a lavatory.
sanitaireEmployé surtout dans le registre administratif ou technique pour ce qui concerne les toilettes.
The campsite provided lavatory facilities near each cabin.
Le camping a prévu des installations sanitaires près de chaque cabane.
Synonyms
washroom (attributive)
restroom (attributive)
toilet (attributive)
sanitary
ablutionary
lavatorial

Definitions

lavatorynoun
A room or compartment with a toilet and washbasin; a bathroom.
The airplane's lavatory was small but functional.
A fixture for washing, typically a basin with running water.
The lavatory in the guest room was equipped with a modern sink and faucet.
A toilet; the bowl or seat used for urination or defecation.
He heard the water rushing as she flushed the lavatory.
lavatoryadjective
Relating to or intended for use in a lavatory.
The campsite provided lavatory facilities near each cabin.
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