using the bathroom
Visiting the restroom
Using the bathroom is the standard American euphemism for urinating or defecating: I need to use the bathroom.
The phrase works regardless of whether an actual bathroom is involved—you can use the bathroom at a gas station, in the woods, or anywhere else.
It allows reference to bodily functions without specifying which one.
- defecateExpel waste from bowels
- micturitionMedical term for peeing
- restroomFacility with toilets
- toiletWaste disposal fixture
- businessCommercial activity or occupation
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- bathroom tripsrestroom break, potty break, peeing, pooping, urinating