toothpaste

noun

tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothpaste in a Sentence

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Enter Davids new whitening toothpaste, which uses hydroxyapatite to help remineralize your enamel and protect from decay. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 12 May 2025 The report marks a stark distinction in trends before and after 1975, when toothpaste with fluoride become widely available and more commonly used. Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 1 May 2025 Ladapo also has argued that adding fluoride to public water is no longer necessary because toothpaste and mouthwash provide protection against tooth decay. Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2025 Food stamp recipients also would be barred from using their benefits to buy nonfood items, such as soap or toothpaste, as well as alcohol or tobacco. Alain Sherter, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toothpaste

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothpaste was in 1832

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“Toothpaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothpaste. Accessed 17 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste -ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

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