Synonyms for
Wc
Definition
WC stands for 'water closet' which is another name for a bathroom or toilet.
Synonyms & similar words
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Common collocations
- public wc
- wc paper
- wc seat
- wc brush
- wc door
- wc cubicle
Word family
noun water closet
Usage note
WC is an abbreviation for 'water closet', a term for a toilet. It is commonly used in British English and in signage for public restrooms.
Example sentences
- Can you show me where the WC is?
- I need to use the WC before we leave.
- The WC was out of order so we had to use the one upstairs.
- I always check the cleanliness of the WC before using it.
- Don't forget to flush the WC after you use it.
Quotes
A gentleman is someone who knows how to use a WC without a government manual.
The toilet is merely a device to rid oneself of waste, and does not deserve special consideration just because it is used more often than the bidet. It is not superior to the bidet, and neither is it inferior.
I've never been to a place where the bathroom is the main attraction. A great bar is a great bar, but a great bar with an unbelievable bathroom is like, well, peeing in heaven.