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lavatory

The correct spelling is lavatory.

How to pronounce lavatory

/ˈlæv.ə.təɹ.i/
noun

IPA: /ˈlæv.ə.təɹ.i/

Say it like: Lav-ato-ree

The correct spelling is lavatory. A vessel or fixture for washing, particularly:

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A vessel or fixture for washing, particularly:
  2. 2.Handwashing, particularly
  3. 3.A liquid used in washing; a lotion; a wash; a rinse.
  4. 4.A washroom: a room used for washing the face and hands.
  5. 5.A room containing a toilet: a bathroom (US) or WC (UK).

adjective

  1. 1.Washing, or cleansing by washing.

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