porcelain throne

Where you sit

Porcelain throne is a humorous slang term for a toilet, playing on the ceramic material of most toilets and the seated position one assumes.

The phrase adds mock dignity to bathroom activities: I'll be on the porcelain throne for a while.

Often used when someone anticipates an extended visit.

Related

loo · flush · seat · bowl · ceramic · white · restroom · lavatory · water closet · potty · potty humor · plumbing · sitting · reading · reading material · privacy · tile · royal

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Opposites
regal vs. humble seating

porcelain throneroyal throne

Monarch's official chair

royal seat · throne room · seat of power · golden throne · throne

bathroom fixture vs. non-bathroom

porcelain thronefront porch

Covered entry deck

drawing room · reception hall · public square · kitchen table

bodily function location

porcelain thronebathtub

Fixture for soaking

shower · sink · bidet · washbasin

Family

porcelain, throne, thrones, throned, dethrone, dethronement, enthroned, enthronement

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG