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Definition of bathtub

bathtub

/ˈbæθ.tʌb/
bath · tub
Plural:bathtubs
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bathtub Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, open container designed to hold water in which a person can wash their entire body.

Example

"She filled the bathtub with warm water, soothing bath salts, and bubbles after a long day at work."

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• Nearby Words

batflower
bath
bathrobe
bathtub
batis
batoka
batter

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'bath' and 'tub', emerging in English in the mid-19th century as indoor plumbing and dedicated bathing fixtures became more common.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bathtub. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bathtub
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