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bidet

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bi·det  (b-d)
n.
A fixture similar in design to a toilet that is straddled for washing the genitals and the anal area.
[French, pony, bidet, probably from Old French bider, to trot.]
bidet [ˈbiːdeɪ]
n
a small low basin for washing the genitals and anal area
[from French: small horse, probably from Old French bider to trot]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.bidet - a basin for washing genitals and anal area
basin - a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids; "she mixed the dough in a large basin"
Translations
bidet [ˈbiːdeɪ] N → bidet m, bidé m
bidet [ˈbiːdeɪ] n → bidet m
bidet
n → Bidet nt
bidet [ˈbiːdeɪ] n → bidè m inv
bidet [ˈbiːdeɪ] n → bidè m inv


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, we say, quitted the post and purchased a bidet of the meanest appearance, -- one of those animals which an officer of cavalry would never choose, for fear of being disgraced.
Ten Years Later by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
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