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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It can potentially be transmitted through contact with tiny amounts of blood on razors or toothbrushes or even bites from another child in day care. Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025 To apply the paste in tough corners, use an old toothbrush. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025 According to a January, 2025 report by YouGov, 64% of Americans use manual toothbrushes. Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025 This model includes an orthodontic, implant, periodontal and toothbrush tip along with three classic tips. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 Sep. 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 21 Sep. 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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