Definition

A mat placed in front of a bathtub or shower to soak up water and help prevent slipping.

Example

I always place a bathmat on the floor to keep it dry after my shower.

Conversation

I just bought a new bathmat for my bathroom.

Oh nice! Is it fluffy or more like a towel?

It's really fluffy and feels great when I step out of the shower.

That sounds perfect! A good bathmat can make such a difference.

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Root Explanation

Bathmat → The word is formed from "bath" (from Old English *baþ*, meaning a washing or soaking) and "mat" (from Old French *matte*, meaning a mat or rug). A bathmat is a mat used in the bathroom, typically placed near a bath or shower to absorb water and provide a non-slip surface.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'washing' area ('bath') where you need a 'rug' ('mat') to keep the floor dry. This helps you remember that a bathmat is used in the bathroom.

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