Comfort break
noun
a stop in an activity or travels to use a bathroom; also called [comfort stop]
Word Origin
1930
Usage Note
euphemism
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- Comfortless
[kuhm-fert] /ˈkʌm fərt/ verb (used with object) 1. to soothe, console, or reassure; bring cheer to: They tried to comfort her after her loss. 2. to make physically . 3. Obsolete. to aid; support or encourage. noun 4. relief in affliction; consolation; solace: Her presence was a comfort to him. 5. a feeling of relief […]