toothbrush

noun

tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothbrush in a Sentence

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Under pure socialism, citizens are to be allowed to own their toothbrushes, underwear, maybe even a bicycle or two, but cannot open a restaurant, or start up a furniture store, or a factory, or a mine, or rent out apartments to others. Walter E Block, Orange County Register, 13 Feb. 2025 After soaking your ring in the soapy water for 15 to 20 minutes, use a soft, bristled toothbrush to gently brush around the diamond and setting. Shelby Wax, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025 Although pricier than manual brushes, electric and battery-powered toothbrushes can be more efficient at removing plaque. Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025 As for beauty, Amazon Prime members can score impressive discounts on handy tools, including a five-speed electric toothbrush and a newer model of an at-home laser hair removal device that PEOPLE Shopping editors raved about. Clara McMahon, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toothbrush

Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothbrush was in 1690

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“Toothbrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothbrush. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

toothbrush

noun
tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothbrush

noun
tooth·​brush -ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

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