wash-hand basin

/hænd ˌbeɪsn/
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Definitions of wash-hand basin
  1. noun
    a basin for washing the hands (`wash-hand basin' is a British expression)
    synonyms: handbasin, lavabo, washbasin, washbowl
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    type of:
    basin
    a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids
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