lavatory — a toilet, especially one in a public place or on an aircraft/train
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a toilet, especially one in a public place or on an aircraft/train
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlævətɔːri/
Korean meaning: 화장실 (특히 공공장소나 항공기/기차의)
Korean pronunciation: **래**버토리
Example Sentences
- The airplane lavatory was smaller than my closet!
- Please keep the lavatory clean for other passengers.
- The lavatory door wouldn't lock, making for an awkward flight.
lavatory
NOUN//ˈlævətɔːri//
a toilet, especially one in a public place or on an aircraft/train

a passenger approaches the small airplane lavatory door while holding their stomach with an urgent expression. They reach for the door handle as other passengers wait in the narrow aisle behind them. The compact lavatory space is visible through the partially open door showing the tiny sink and toilet inside. A flight attendant points toward the lavatory to help guide another passenger who looks confused. Other travelers shift in their seats as people move through the tight aisle space. a toilet facility in a public transportation setting
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From laboratory to lavatory - handwashing is mandatory!
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Origin
라틴어 'lavatorium'에서 유래했으며, '씻는 장소'를 의미했습니다. 원래는 손을 씻는 세면대를 가리켰지만, 시간이 지나면서 화장실 전체를 의미하게 되었습니다.
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“The airplane lavatory was smaller than my closet!”
“Please keep the lavatory clean for other passengers.”
“The lavatory door wouldn't lock, making for an awkward flight.”
“There's a queue for the lavatory during turbulence.”
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