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Washroom vs Restroom - What's the difference?

washroom | restroom |

Restroom is a synonym of washroom.



As nouns the difference between washroom and restroom

is that washroom is a toilet, especially a public one while restroom is a public room containing a toilet.

washroom

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • (US, Canada) A toilet, especially a public one.

    • Usage notes

    *In the U.S., where the term originated, it was mostly replaced by "restroom" in the 20th century. Today it is generally used only as a technical or commercial term. *In Canada, the term is used in everyday speech. The word "bathroom" is also used. The term "toilet" is generally considered somewhat indelicate in Canada and is avoided. *The term is rarely used in other English-speaking countries, where "public toilet" or "lavatory" are preferred.

    restroom

    English

    Alternative forms

    * rest room

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • (US) A public room containing a toilet.
    • Could you tell me where I can find the restroom?

    Synonyms

    * washroom (Canada) * WC, lavatory (Britain)