Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commode

noun
/kəˈmoʊd/
Definition
A piece of furniture with a drawer or shelves that is used for keeping personal items, or a seat with a receptacle for human waste.
Examples
  • The bathroom was equipped with a modern commode.
  • He found it inconvenient to use the outdoor commode during the night.
Meaning
A commode can refer to a simple piece of furniture for storage or a portable toilet.
Synonyms
  • Toilet
  • Privy
  • Chair