floss

as in fur
a soft airy substance or covering used cotton floss to simulate Santa's beard

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Recent Examples of floss Muji's simple version has elastic holders for bottles and grooming tools, multiple zippered pockets for small items like travel toothpaste tubes, contact lens cases, lip balms and floss, and an open compartment for larger products. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 24 Oct. 2024 In addition to toothpaste tablets, the company offers products such as floss and mouthwash. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024 While some people are more prone to tonsil stones — such as those who smoke or don’t regularly brush and floss — anyone with tonsils can develop them. Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 30 Oct. 2024 Each set includes a hippo, two braces, a toothbrush, play floss, a dental hook, a mirror, and much more. Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for floss 

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“Floss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floss. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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