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thomas

chamber pot, toilet

noun toh-MAH Rare
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Origin: From the name Thomas, used as slang for chamber pot since the 19th century

Usage Note

Thomas in this sense is an informal, dated term for a chamber pot. It is rarely used in modern French outside of historical or humorous contexts. In everyday speech, pot de chambre or simply toilettes are used instead.

Examples

"Il a trouvé un vieux thomas sous le lit."

Natural Translation

He found an old chamber pot under the bed.

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