Definition

A container used for urination, typically found in bedrooms before modern plumbing.

Example

In the old house, they kept a gazunder under the bed for nighttime use.

Conversation

Did you know they used to have a gazunder under the bed for emergencies?

Really? I’ve never heard of that before.

Yeah, it's like a chamber pot for nighttime use.

That sounds so old-fashioned but kind of practical!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To lower the price offered for a property after initially agreeing to a higher price, usually just before finalizing the sale.

Example

They decided to gazunder the seller just before signing the contract.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the house that sold for way more than expected?

Yeah, it seems like the market is really crazy right now.

I just hope they don’t try to gazunder the price at the last minute.

Root Explanation

The word 'gazunder' originates from British slang, specifically from the 19th century, meaning to pay less than the asking price or to cheat someone in a transaction. It is believed to be a combination of 'gas' (referring to gaslight or gas lamps) and 'under' (meaning below or beneath).

Memory Tip

Imagine someone trying to pay 'below' ('under') the expected price for something, like a gaslight that dims unexpectedly. This helps you remember that 'gazunder' means to cheat someone in a deal.

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