Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chamber-pot
Noun
/ˈtʃeɪm.bər.pɒt/
Definition
A chamber pot is a vessel used for urination, typically kept in bedrooms for use at night.
Examples
- The elderly gentleman kept a chamber pot beside his bed for convenience.
- In historical times, a chamber pot was essential in households without indoor plumbing.
- Careful to empty the chamber pot regularly was important for hygiene.
Meaning
It refers to a portable toilet, commonly used before the widespread availability of indoor plumbing.
Synonyms
- urinal
- potty
- night soil pot
- loo
