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Definition of washbasin

washbasin

/ˈwɑːʃˌbeɪ.sən/
wash · ba · sin
Plural:washbasins
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washbasin Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A bowl or sink, typically permanently installed and equipped with faucets and a drain, used primarily for washing one's hands and face.

Example

"She splashed cold water from the washbasin onto her face to wake herself up."

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• Nearby Words

wasabi
wasatch
wash
washbasin
washcloth
washer
washington

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century as a direct compound of the English words 'wash' and 'basin'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Washbasin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/washbasin
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