Sink

Basin with a drain used for washing.

washbasin lavatory

A sink is a basin with a drain, typically used for washing hands or dishes.

/sɪŋk/

From Old English sinkian 'to submerge, drown', from Proto-Germanic *sinkan.

A sink is like a bowl with a drain that lets you wash your hands or dishes easily.

The word 'sink' comes from the Old English word 'sync,' meaning to settle or submerge
Ancient Roman homes often had simple stone sinks
Some modern sinks have built-in features like touchless faucets and garbage disposals

What is a sink? A basin with a drain used for washing
What are sinks made of? Commonly ceramic, stainless steel, or composite materials
How do sinks drain? Water flows down the drain and into a plumbing system

basin washbowl

basin plumbing fixture

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faucet drain basin

kitchen bathroom

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