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Question by  Kerri87 (11)

Why do they call it "the little boys' room"?

Isn't that a little condescending?

 
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Answer by  MarjiS (128)

Calling the bathroom for the male population anything other than the bathroom or restroom is impolite and seems to be rather juvenile. Like calling female bathrooms a little girl's room.

 
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Answer by  Gribbley (174)

It is called the little boys room because men often refer to what they will be using as a little version of themself. It is condescending only in the fact that it brings memories of potty training. It is, however, no less degrading than sending a woman to the "little girls' room".

 
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Answer by  Bitheist (4)

Only if you see it that way. I always found it quaint and endearing.

 
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