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So āwater closetā literally described a room with water for sanitation.
š Why the Term is Still Around
Even though most of us just say ātoiletā or ābathroomā, WC is still common in:
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Europe (especially Germany, France, and Italy)
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Hotels and airports
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Older public buildings
Itās considered formal or universal, especially for signage in places visited by travelers.