1. (

• washstand ,
• wash-hand_stand

) furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: `wash-hand stand' is a British term ;

2. (

• washbasin ,
• basin ,
• washbowl ,
• washstand ,
• lavatory ,

) a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face; "he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face" ;