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Meaning of bathing machine | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Around the 19th century, a portable changing room that was rolled down a beach to the edge of the sea to allow people to paddle in the sea modestly.

historical

Equivalents

Deutsch Badekarre Badekarren

Nederlands badkoets

Examples

“Bathing-machines of the usual number and variety are in constant attendance, and on the South-parade is an establishment of hot salt-water baths, furnished with dressing-rooms and every requisite accommodation.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

bathing suit bathing trunks bathing-cap bathing-suit Bathke bathkeeper