WASHBOWL

washbasin, handbasin, washbowl, lavabo, wash-hand basin

(noun) a basin for washing the hands (‘wash-hand basin’ is a British expression)

washbasin, basin, washbowl, washstand, lavatory

(noun) a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face; “he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

washbowl (plural washbowls)

a sink in a bathroom, connected to a supply of water and a drain, in which one may wash one's face and hands.

a basin for washing the face and hands; a washbasin or wash-hand basin ((British))

Source: Wiktionary


Wash"bowl`, n.

Definition: A basin, or bowl, to hold water for washing one's hands, face, etc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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