WASHSTAND

Pronunciation (US): (GB):

Meaning:

A bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face

Example:

he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face

Synonyms:

basin; lavatory; washbasin; washbowl; washstand

Classified under:

Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("washstand" is a kind of...):

sink (plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe)

Meaning:

Furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: 'wash-hand stand' is a British term

Synonyms:

wash-hand stand; washstand

Classified under:

Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("washstand" is a kind of...):

article of furniture; furniture; piece of furniture (furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy)