plugholes
Basin drainage openings
Plugholes are the drain openings in sinks and bathtubs, fitted with removable plugs to hold water.
The term is primarily British; Americans typically say drain.
Water spirals down the plughole when released.
Figuratively, something going down the plughole is being wasted or lost: All that effort went straight down the plughole.
Channel for wastewater
strainer · trap · waste pipe · overflow · sewer · downpipe · gulley · runoff
Block or wooden shoe
- hairFibrous scalp covering
- soap scumMineral-detergent residue
- debrisScattered broken fragments
- obstructionSomething blocking the way
buildup · sediment · gunk · backup · stoppage · slow drain · standing water · food scraps
Water spray for bathing
- bathtubFixture for soaking
- washbasinFixed bowl for washing
- bathWashing in water
- wet roomFully waterproofed bathing space
ensuite · sink · floor drain · tile · grout · splashback · soap dish · hair catcher
Suction device for clogs
- drain snakeTool for clearing blockages
- plumberWater system tradesperson
- unblockerAgent that clears obstructions
- caustic sodaSodium hydroxide
vinegar · baking soda · wire hanger · auger · rodding · jetting · inspection · descaler
Basin with drain
- garbage disposalSink appliance that shreds food
- dishwasherAppliance that cleans cookware
- draining boardSink-adjacent drying surface
- rinseWash without scrubbing
dishes · pots · scraps · waste disposal unit · splashback · countertop · double sink
drain
Channel for wastewater
grate · strainer · trap · waste pipe · overflow · sewer · downpipe · gulley · runoff · greywater
clog
Block or wooden shoe
obstruction · buildup · sediment · gunk · backup · stoppage · slow drain · standing water · food scraps · grease
shower
Water spray for bathing
wet room · ensuite · sink · floor drain · tile · grout · splashback · soap dish · hair catcher · pop-up
plunger
Suction device for clogs
- drain snakeTool for clearing blockages
- plumberWater system tradesperson
- unblockerAgent that clears obstructions
caustic soda · vinegar · baking soda · wire hanger · auger · rodding · jetting · inspection · descaler · repair
sink
Basin with drain
- garbage disposalSink appliance that shreds food
- dishwasherAppliance that cleans cookware
- draining boardSink-adjacent drying surface
rinse · dishes · pots · scraps · waste disposal unit · splashback · countertop · double sink