1. washstand(n = noun.artifact) wash-hand stand - furniture consisting of a table or stand to hold a basin and pitcher of water for washing: `wash-hand stand' is a British term;
is a kind of article of furniture, furniture, piece of furniture
2. washstand(n = noun.artifact) basin, lavatory, washbasin, washbowl - a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face; "he ran some water in the basin and splashed it on his face"
is a kind of sink
A piece of furniture holding the ewer or pitcher, basin, and other requisites for washing the person. [1913 Webster]
washstand, n. a piece of furniture to hold a basin, jug, soap, etc.