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

Examples of toiletry in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This tiny bag was designed to hold just the essentials, like your phone, wallet, pair of sunglasses, and some toiletries. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026

Hotels and guesthouses may no longer give out or display free single-use toiletries such as toothbrushes, razors, combs and shower caps. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

While your suitcase holds the bulk of your wardrobe, a backpack keeps your laptop, chargers, travel documents, toiletries, snacks, and other in-flight essentials within easy reach. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026

Eco effort The majority of ingredients are locally sourced, toiletries are stocked in refillable bottles, and there are no single-use plastics. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

toiletry

noun

toi·​let·​ry ˈtȯi-lə-trē 

plural toiletries

: something (as a soap, lotion, toothpaste, or cologne) used in grooming oneself