privies

Meanings

• noun

  A small building or structure, usually outdoors, containing one or more toilets or privy gardens.

  - "The old farmhouse had a privy out back."
  - "Visitors to the historic site were advised to use the privies instead of the modern restrooms."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with privies
divey , jivey , rive , hive , live , give , rive

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Variants

List of all variants of privies that leads to same result
privies , privy

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Etymology

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Originally, a private toilet or latrine. Derived from the Old French word 'privee', meaning 'private'.

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Trivia

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1. The first public privies in England were introduced in the 16th century.

2. In some cultures, it is considered good luck to step over a privy with your left foot.

3. The Guinness World Record for the largest privy was built in 1999 in Latvia and measured 11.5 meters (37.7 feet) tall.

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Related Concepts

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1. latrine: A toilet or privy, especially one used by the military or in developing countries.

2. privy garden: A small, enclosed garden, often attached to a house, that is private and not open to the public.

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Culture

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Historically, privies were a common feature of rural homes and public places. They were often located a distance from the main dwelling to prevent the spread of disease. In literature, privies have been used as symbols of isolation and the passage of time.

How to Memorize "privies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, wooden structure with a door and a seat. Visualize this structure being used as a toilet outdoors.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'privy' with the concept of privacy and isolation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Privies are Private' to remember the definition of the word.

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