NYT Dictionary

TOILETTE

/twɑˈlɛt/
NounTOI-lettetoi-lette · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Archaic spelling of toilet, in all senses related to dressing and personal grooming, but not a water closet.

Etymology

Origin: French

Borrowed from French toilette; more at toilet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

toiletapparelarrayattireclothescostumedraperydressdressingduds

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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