toilet
- noun
- /ˈtɔɪlɪt/
- Archaic
- The delicate skin there was usually white, but after her morning toilet, it seemed supple and pink.
- aural toilet
Examples
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The novel described the character's morning toilet, emphasizing the rituals of grooming and dressing.
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After getting out of bed, she started her morning toilet routine, ensuring she was fully ready for the day ahead.
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And if you wish to complete your toilet upstairs, I'm sure James will excuse you.
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Attend at her mother's toilet means sit there while her mom is putting on her face while she's getting herself ready.
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Suggest ways in which they might improve their child's sleeping habits, toilet training, and overall behavior.
Blog text (14) -
In his suitcase, he threw his toilet kit, handkerchiefs, and five shirts.
Fiction book (1996) -
He spent time on his toilet, carefully choosing his outfit and taking time to look his best for the meeting.
Synonyms
To dress and get ready, especially before going out
Idioms
Compounds
To teach a young child or pet to go to the bathroom instead of wearing diapers
- UK
A small waterproof case for carrying soap, toothbrush, and toothpaste when traveling
- NSFW
Jokes about the body's natural actions that many people find rude or childish
- Archaic
A fine powder people put on their skin after bathing to feel dry and smell nice
How Thorough
Surface Forms
Etymology
Toilet (the old meaning) comes from French toilette, originally a small 'cloth' and the short ritual of washing and dressing, so a 'toilet' could mean the act of getting ready or washing oneself.