Have you ever seen the letters “WC” outside a public bathroom and wondered what it stands for? You’re not alone. Many people around the world are curious about this symbol that designates a room with a toilet and a sink.
According to the Merriam Webster’s Dictionary, “water closet” is a noun that describes “a compartment or room with a toilet” or “a toilet bowl and its accessories.”
In the past, when people used the term “bathroom,” it was for taking a bath. “Restroom” was supposedly for resting or getting ready for the day by using the sink and mirror. And when one needed to use the toilet, it was in the water closet. Depending on where you live, the room with the toilet goes by various names like the loo, restroom, bathroom, washroom, lavatory, or WC.