potty training
nounUK /ˈpɒti ˌtreɪnɪŋ/
US /ˈpɑːti ˌtreɪnɪŋ/
Teaching a little kid how to use the toilet.
Potty training can take a few weeks, so be patient with your toddler.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The period during which a child is learning to use the toilet.
We're in the middle of potty training, so we carry spare clothes everywhere.
3. The process of teaching a pet to relieve itself in a designated spot.
Puppy potty training works best with a consistent schedule.
4. Informal training in basic self-care routines for someone who needs help.
The caregiver focused on potty training for the new resident.