Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jakes
noun
/dʒeɪks/
Definition
An informal term for a toilet.
Examples
- He had to rush to the jakes before the movie started.
- In old English literature, you might come across the term ‘jakes’ described in funny anecdotes.
Meaning
The word ‘jakes’ refers to a restroom or place where one goes to relieve themselves, typically used in a more casual or humorous context.
Synonyms
- toilet
- restroom
- bathroom
- loo
