# ladies' room

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A room belonging to or intended for some or all women, particularly
2. A room belonging to or intended for some or all women
3. A room belonging to or intended for some or all women

## Etymology
Originally in reference to any chamber or suite reserved for the use of women, whether public or private. Popularized by its use as a clipped form of ladies' waiting room in reference to gender-separated facilities at train stations, etc. Its use in reference to lavatories replaced other euphemisms including cloak room, lavatory room, toilet room, private room, etc.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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