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loo

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Noun — (British, informal) A toilet, or the room containing one.

How to use loo

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

go to the loo the loo is upstairs need the loo

Informal, everyday usage rather than formal.

Etymology

Origin uncertain; one popular theory links it to "gardyloo," a warning shouted in old Edinburgh before emptying chamber pots from windows, itself possibly from French gardez l'eau ("watch out for the water").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “loo” mean?

The word “loo” means (British, informal) A toilet, or the room containing one. In plain terms, a casual British word for the toilet.

How do you pronounce “loo”?

“Loo” is pronounced loo (/lu/ in IPA).

How do you use “loo” in a sentence?

Here is “loo” used in a sentence: “Excuse me, where's the loo?”

What part of speech is “loo”?

“Loo” is a noun.

Where does the word “loo” come from?

The word “loo” comes from French. Origin uncertain; one popular theory links it to "gardyloo," a warning shouted in old Edinburgh before emptying chamber pots from windows, itself possibly from French gardez l'eau ("watch out for the water").

Is “loo” a common word?

“Loo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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