Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lav
noun
/læv/
Definition
A slang term for a bathroom or lavatory, particularly in British English.
Examples
- Could you tell me where the lav is?
- After the long journey, I really need to find a lav.
- The restaurant has a clean lav for its customers.
Meaning
The word ‘lav’ is commonly used to refer to a place where one can wash hands or relieve themselves. It is often used informally and is a shortened form of ‘lavatory’.
Synonyms
- Restroom
- Bathroom
- Washroom
- Toilet
