Backhouse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Backhouse is a noun meaning (now dialect) An outbuilding behind the main building, or an annex attached to the rear of it; especially, a scullery or washhouse.
Meaning
(now dialect) An outbuilding behind the main building, or an annex attached to the rear of it; especially, a scullery or washhouse.
More Meanings
- (US, Canada, euphemistic) An outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory.
Example Sentences
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Word Forms
- backhouses
- back-house
- back house
Synonyms for backhouse
Depending on context, synonyms include backside.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include back-house, outhouse, shouse, houseback, cobhouse, carhouse.
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