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Bak Mandi
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Definition
Bathtub or bathing basin — a large fixture for filling with water for bathing. Bak mandi in Indonesia ranges from simple plastic drums (in rural areas) to porcelain or acrylic bathtubs (in urban housing). Many Indonesian homes do not have bathtubs, preferring showers instead due to space constraints and water conservation.
Example
An Indonesian residential bathroom has a simple plastic bak mandi (large plastic drum, 50–100 litre capacity) for bathing, typically filled by hand and used with a dipper for washing — more water-efficient than a running shower.