Basic Details
Word: Bathroom
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A room in a house or building that contains a toilet and usually a sink, and often a bath or shower.
Synonyms: Lavatory, washroom, restroom
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Like a fish out of water: Feeling uncomfortable or out of place, similar to how a fish feels when taken out of water. Example: "When he entered the fancy restaurant, he felt like a fish out of water."
- Toilet talk: Casual conversation that occurs in the bathroom setting, often considered light-hearted or humorous. Example: "During toilet talk, we shared funny stories and jokes to lighten the mood."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After the long journey, we stopped at a caf to use the bathroom before continuing our trip.
Example 2: The new house had a beautiful bathroom with a large bathtub and modern fixtures.
Example 3: Remember to wash your hands after using the bathroom to stay clean and healthy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the concept of the bathroom has existed since ancient times? The Romans even had public baths that served as social gathering places, well before modern bathrooms were invented!
Famous Quote
"The bathroom is a sanctuary, a place for solitude and contemplation." Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bathroom" mean?
a) A room where meals are cooked
b) A room for sleeping
c) A room containing a toilet and sink
d) A room for studying
Answer: c) A room containing a toilet and sink
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bathroom"?
a) Garage
b) Kitchen
c) Lavatory
d) Living room
Answer: c) Lavatory
3. Which sentence uses "bathroom" correctly?
a) The bathroom is filled with clothes.
b) She painted the bathroom in bright colours.
c) The bathroom danced at the party.
d) He read a book in the bathroom tree.
Answer: b) She painted the bathroom in bright colours.
4. Which idiom relates to feelings experienced in a bathroom?
a) Like a fish out of water
b) Run of the mill
c) A piece of cake
d) An arm and a leg
Answer: a) Like a fish out of water
5. What is the opposite of "bathroom"?
a) Kitchen
b) N/A
c) Bedroom
d) Garage
Answer: b) N/A
