Definition of BACKHOUSE

backhouse

Plural: backhouses

Noun

  • An outbuilding behind the main building, or an annex attached to the rear of it; especially, a scullery or washhouse.
  • An outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory.

Origin / Etymology

From back + house.

Synonyms

backside, outhouse

Scrabble Score: 20

backhouse: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
backhouse: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
backhouse: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

backhouse: valid Words With Friends Word