Earth-closet (Noun)
Meaning
A small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old farmhouse still had an earth-closet in the backyard that was used by the family until the 1950s.
- Visitors to the historical site were surprised to see an original 19th-century earth-closet still standing near the pioneer cabin.
- After using the earth-closet, the hikers made sure to add more soil and leaves to the pit to help break down the waste.
- The earth-closet on the campsite was a simple but effective way to maintain some level of hygiene and separation from the living quarters.
- In many rural areas, an earth-closet was a common feature of the landscape, especially in areas where modern plumbing was not yet available.