as in bathroom
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
the school's filthy, broken-down lavatories were a disgrace
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of lavatory
The plane's unique shape offers endless possibilities, Delta said, including dedicated overhead bin space for 250 passengers, accessible seats and lavatories, and fewer rows.
—
Joann Muller, Axios, 6 Mar. 2025
What happened on Charlotte-to-Boston flight About midway through the Charlotte-to-Boston flight, the girl got up to use the main cabin lavatory nearest to her seat, according to court documents.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
The girl’s father confronted Thompson, who then locked himself in the lavatory with his iPhone for three to five minutes before the flight’s descent, according to the criminal complaint.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
Interestingly, all the lavatories—which have also received a facelift with touch sensors and new finishes—are on the left side of the aircraft.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lavatory
Joann Muller, Axios, 6 Mar. 2025
What happened on Charlotte-to-Boston flight About midway through the Charlotte-to-Boston flight, the girl got up to use the main cabin lavatory nearest to her seat, according to court documents.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
The girl’s father confronted Thompson, who then locked himself in the lavatory with his iPhone for three to five minutes before the flight’s descent, according to the criminal complaint.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
Interestingly, all the lavatories—which have also received a facelift with touch sensors and new finishes—are on the left side of the aircraft.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lavatory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lavatory
Noun
-
And don’t even think about trying to change clothes in a tight plane bathroom.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
-
Perfumes and Essential Oils Not only can fragrances and essential oils expire, it’s recommended to keep them out of the bathroom entirely.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
Noun
-
Free tampons and pads are available in the restroom, said Onyx Theater General Manager Celine Negrete.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
12 May 2025
-
American River Wellness surveyed 3,017 drivers and truckers to find the nation’s best public restrooms, with three from Connecticut making the list.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
11 May 2025
Noun
-
The Nook's bathroom is accessed by a sliding door and contains a sink, shower, and a flushing toilet.—
Adam Williams
May 08,
New Atlas,
8 May 2025
-
Can’t companies just make toilets and showers in the US?—
Bloomberg Opinion,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Lavatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lavatory. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share