restroom

noun

rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
US
: a room or suite of rooms in a public space providing toilets and lavatories : a public bathroom

Examples of restroom in a Sentence

I wasn't feeling well and had to make a number of trips to the restroom.
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Options include climate control, a restroom with shower, bar setup and loft mezzanine with office. Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2025 People needing to cool off can find access to drinking water, restrooms and a place to sit inside the centers, city health officials said. Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 9 July 2025 The Norwood branch, opened in 1907 at 4325 Montgomery Road, needs to add an elevator and new restrooms. Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025 Eliminated from inclusion are a zoo garden, creek stomping, a look-out and a walk-out deck, playground and restroom. John Tuohy, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for restroom

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of restroom was in 1899

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“Restroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restroom. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

restroom

noun
rest·​room ˈrest-ˌrüm How to pronounce restroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room or set of rooms that includes sinks and toilets
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