lavabo

Definitions of lavabo
  1. noun
    a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face
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    type of:
    évier
    plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe
  2. noun
    a basin for washing the hands (`wash-hand basin' is a British expression)
  3. noun
    plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe
    synonyms: évier
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    types:
    évier
    a sink in a kitchen
    type of:
    plomberie
    a fixture for the distribution and use of water in a building
  4. noun
    a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids
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    types:
    fonts
    bowl for baptismal water
    bidet
    a basin for washing genitals and anal area
    type of:
    récipient
    an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
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