washstand

English

noun
Definitions
  • (furniture) A table containing a basin and a pitcher of water for washing
  • (dated) 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.

Etymology

Compound from English wash + English stand (an object which supports things).

Origin

English

stand

Gloss

an object which supports things

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