mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh 
-ˌwäsh
: a usually antiseptic liquid preparation for cleaning the mouth and teeth or freshening the breath
Examples of mouthwash in a Sentence
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After the journalist introduced himself, Dunkley rambled on about mouthwash.
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Omari Daniels, Washington Post, 21 Nov. 2023
The antibacterial agents in some mouthwash products may help.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2024
Just as opulent are the creamy toothpaste and the alcohol-free mouthwash, both of which contain 24-karat gold particles.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Feb. 2024
Whitening strips and gels are more likely to have these active ingredients compared to toothpaste and mouthwash.
—USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2024
The bathroom sinks are always wet and filled with mouthwash or water.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 6 Oct. 2023
There’s space for all your products and even some delicious smelling candles, plus magnetic mouthwash cups for rinsing and a toothpaste dispenser that always gives the perfect amount.
—Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2024
Use a mouthwash to remove any remaining plaque and food debris.8
Visit a dentist at least once per year for routine professional cleanings.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 15 Feb. 2024
Make oral hygiene a fun family activity by letting kids select their own toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash (within reason).
—Bevone Ritchie, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
Omari Daniels, Washington Post, 21 Nov. 2023
The antibacterial agents in some mouthwash products may help.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2024
Just as opulent are the creamy toothpaste and the alcohol-free mouthwash, both of which contain 24-karat gold particles.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Feb. 2024
Whitening strips and gels are more likely to have these active ingredients compared to toothpaste and mouthwash.
—USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2024
The bathroom sinks are always wet and filled with mouthwash or water.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 6 Oct. 2023
There’s space for all your products and even some delicious smelling candles, plus magnetic mouthwash cups for rinsing and a toothpaste dispenser that always gives the perfect amount.
—Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2024
Use a mouthwash to remove any remaining plaque and food debris.8
Visit a dentist at least once per year for routine professional cleanings.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 15 Feb. 2024
Make oral hygiene a fun family activity by letting kids select their own toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash (within reason).
—Bevone Ritchie, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
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mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh
-ˌwäsh
: a liquid that usually kills germs and is used to clean the mouth and teeth and freshen the breath
Medical Definition
mouthwash
noun
mouth·wash
ˈmau̇th-ˌwȯsh, -ˌwäsh
: a liquid preparation (as an antiseptic solution) for cleansing the mouth and teeth
called also collutorium
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