mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh 
-ˌwäsh
: a usually antiseptic liquid preparation for cleaning the mouth and teeth or freshening the breath
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Many mouthwashes contain citrus for their whitening abilities.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Feb. 2025
The multifunctional holder also has an automatic toothpaste dispenser and four magnetic mouthwash cups.
—Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2025
Summary In addition to brushing and flossing, mouthwash can help support oral health.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Other mouthwashes for cankers are single-ingredient antimicrobial rinses.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 26 Feb. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 2 Feb. 2025
The multifunctional holder also has an automatic toothpaste dispenser and four magnetic mouthwash cups.
—Kaitlin Gates, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2025
Summary In addition to brushing and flossing, mouthwash can help support oral health.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Other mouthwashes for cankers are single-ingredient antimicrobial rinses.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mouthwash
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“Mouthwash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mouthwash. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh
-ˌwäsh
: a liquid that usually kills germs and is used to clean the mouth and teeth and freshen the breath
Medical Definition
mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh, -ˌwäsh
: a liquid preparation (as an antiseptic solution) for cleansing the mouth and teeth
called also collutorium
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