Definitions for washstandˈwɒʃˌstænd, ˈwɔʃ-
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
wash•standˈwɒʃˌstænd, ˈwɔʃ-(n.)
a piece of furniture holding a basin, pitcher, etc., for use in washing one's hands and face.
Category: Furniture
a stationary fixture having faucets with running water, for the same purpose.
Category: Furniture
Origin of washstand:
1820–30
Princeton's WordNet
washstand, wash-hand stand(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
washbasin, basin, washbowl, washstand, lavatory(noun)
a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
"he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face"
Wiktionary
washstand(Noun)
A table containing a basin and a pitcher of water for washing
Webster Dictionary
Washstand(noun)
a piece of furniture holding the ewer or pitcher, basin, and other requisites for washing the person
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