visiting the loo

phrase
UK /ˈvɪz.ɪ.tɪŋ ðə luː/
US /ˈvɪz.ɪ.tɪŋ ðə luː/

Going to the bathroom.

I'm just visiting the loo before we leave.

SYNONYMS

going to the toiletusing the restroompopping to the bathroomspending a penny

RELATED WORDS

toiletbathroomrestroomlavatorywashroom

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Taking a short trip to see a toilet, often as a curious tourist.

The museum tour included visiting the loo where the famous writer once sat.

3. Making a quick stop at a public convenience while traveling.

We pulled over at the service station for visiting the loo and grabbing snacks.

4. A polite way to excuse yourself during a gathering.

He whispered about visiting the loo and slipped out of the meeting.