toiletry
noun
toi·let·ry
ˈtȯi-lə-trē 
plural toiletries
: an article or preparation (such as toothpaste, shaving cream, or cologne) used in cleaning or grooming oneself
—usually used in plural
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It’s packed with pockets to keep your travel documents, clothing, and gear in easy reach—there are three front stash pockets, a side water bottle pocket, and a zippered main compartment with multiple pockets, including a waterproof compartment for storing small toiletries.
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Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
Store leftovers, meal prep, organize, protect your toiletries when traveling, transport pet treats and more.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
The organizing pro recommends an over-the-door rack that can be customized to fit your needs, whether for shoes, gift wrap, laundry supplies, or toiletries.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
Tupperware also works well for packing toiletries for camping trips.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
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Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2026
Store leftovers, meal prep, organize, protect your toiletries when traveling, transport pet treats and more.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
The organizing pro recommends an over-the-door rack that can be customized to fit your needs, whether for shoes, gift wrap, laundry supplies, or toiletries.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
Tupperware also works well for packing toiletries for camping trips.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for toiletry
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“Toiletry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toiletry. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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toiletry
noun
toi·let·ry
ˈtȯi-lə-trē
plural toiletries
: something (as a soap, lotion, toothpaste, or cologne) used in grooming oneself
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