1. a piece of furniture with a basin and pitcher for washing, typically used before modern plumbing
Usage: historical
2. a small table or stand designed to hold a washbasin and other washing supplies

Examples

• The antique washstand in the bedroom had a beautiful marble top.
• She placed the ceramic pitcher on the old washstand.
• The Victorian washstand was decorated with intricate wooden carvings.
• Before indoor plumbing, every bedroom had a washstand for daily hygiene.
• The museum displayed a complete washstand set with basin, pitcher, and towel rack.
• He restored the vintage washstand to its original condition.