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Definition of handbasin

handbasin

/ˈhændˌbeɪ.sən/
hand · ba · sin
Plural:handbasins
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handbasin Lexical Profile

handbasin Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British A small sink or bowl, typically fitted with taps and a drain in a bathroom or lavatory, used for washing one's hands and face.

Example

"The guest bedroom features a small corner handbasin with hot and cold running water."

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• Nearby Words

handbag
handball
handballer
handbasin
handbasket
handbell
handbill

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Handbasin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/handbasin
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