Heads

[Foxbat]

If, like me, you've often pondered the important things in life - like why toilets on a ship are called heads, ponder no more

Where Does the Term "Head" Come from on Boats? | #1 Catamaran Resource

The term “head” used for a marine toilet started because of the location of the toilet on the earliest sailing ships.

catamaranguru.com

 

[Snicklefritz]

If, like me, you've often pondered the important things in life - like why toilets on a ship are called heads, ponder no more

Where Does the Term "Head" Come from on Boats? | #1 Catamaran Resource

The term “head” used for a marine toilet started because of the location of the toilet on the earliest sailing ships.

catamaranguru.com

Dang, all of that was great for inquiring minds. Thanks for posting.