Lavatory Definition

lavatory
noun
  1. a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
  2. a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face; "he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face"
  3. a toilet that is cleaned of waste by the flow of water through it

"Lavatory" in song lyrics

See how lavatory is used in real songs:

  • "devonshire 24inch pedestal lavatory"
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  • "unique lavatory"
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  • "vitreous china vs porcelain lavatory"
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Usage tips for "lavatory"

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