Definition of WASHSTAND

washstand

Meanings

Plural: washstands

Noun

  • furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: `wash-hand stand' is a British term
  • a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
  • A table containing a basin and a pitcher of water for washing.
  • In a stable or garage, a place in the floor prepared so that carriages or automobiles may be washed there and the water run off.

Origin / Etymology

From wash + stand.

Synonyms

basin, commode, lavatory, wash-hand stand, washbasin, washbowl, washhand-stand

Scrabble Score: 16

washstand is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
washstand is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
washstand is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

washstand is a valid Words With Friends word