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Badematte

bath mat

noun BAH-de-mah-te Rare

Usage Note

Badematte is the soft, absorbent mat placed outside the bathtub or shower to catch water and prevent slipping. It differs from Badezimmerteppich (a larger decorative bathroom rug) by its functional placement directly at the tub edge.

Examples

"Die neue Badematte ist rutschfest und saugt Wasser schnell auf."

Natural Translation

The new bath mat is non-slip and absorbs water quickly.

Literal Translation

The new bath mat is slip-resistant and absorbs water quickly.

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