toiletry

noun

toi·​let·​ry ˈtȯi-lə-trē How to pronounce toiletry (audio)
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 Each room features traditional adobe architecture of the American Southwest, including pine beam viga ceilings, kiva-style gas fireplace, antique Navajo rugs, local pueblo pottery, colorful handwoven textiles, and organic toiletries. Lauren Mowery, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 When traveling, keeping all your toiletries, makeup essentials, and jewelry organized can be a difficult task. Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 26 Feb. 2024 Guests can text for the usual requests, such as requesting extra toiletries, scheduling housekeeping, ordering room service, or asking about local activities and tours. Byrachel King, Fortune, 25 Feb. 2024 Doing a home swap on Kindred is very hands-on, with staff members facilitating introductory calls, setting up cleaners for before and after the swaps, and sending toiletry kits and new sheets to their hosts. Sarah Wood, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Feb. 2024 Other Freebies: The Setai supplies soaps, shower caps, sanitary bags, sewing kits and other toiletries upon request. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 Drone traffic: Drones could cut commute times, provide medical transport, deliver disaster relief, assist in firefighting and send groceries, toiletries or a box of pizza to your front door. Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 22 Jan. 2024 Paul had cheated on me three years prior, and seeing the woman’s toiletries triggered memories of that time. Anna Holmes, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2024 Find it on Amazon Travel Bottles That TSA Approves Instead of buying all new travel size toiletries, invest in the set of Travel Bottles instead. Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toiletry was in 1917

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“Toiletry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toiletry. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

toiletry

noun
toi·​let·​ry ˈtȯi-lə-trē How to pronounce toiletry (audio)
plural toiletries
: something (as a soap, lotion, toothpaste, or cologne) used in grooming oneself
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