lavabo

/lavaboʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a sink or washbasin, especially in a church

“The lavabo in the church was beautifully decorated with intricate carvings.”

2. verb

to wash one’s hands, especially in preparation for the Eucharist

“The priest lavabo his hands before performing the ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • basin
  • sink

Antonyms

  • dirt
  • filth