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词汇 backhouse
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Definition of backhouse in English:

backhouse

(also backus)
noun ˈbakhaʊs
  • 1The rear part of a house, or a subsidiary building situated to the rear of the main premises of a house, especially one used for a specific purpose, as a wash house, storage space, etc. Chiefly regional in later use (now rare).

  • 2North American. A small building or room containing a toilet, especially one which is behind or outside a main building.

Origin

Mid 16th century. From back- + house.

Definition of backhouse in US English:

backhouse

(also backus)
nounˈbakhaʊs
  • 1The rear part of a house, or a subsidiary building situated to the rear of the main premises of a house, especially one used for a specific purpose, as a wash house, storage space, etc. Chiefly regional in later use (now rare).

  • 2North American. A small building or room containing a toilet, especially one which is behind or outside a main building.

Origin

Mid 16th century. From back- + house.

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