sweet tooth

noun

Synonyms of sweet toothnext
: a craving or fondness for sweet food

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This no-bake recipe uses cornflakes, creamy peanut butter, and chocolate chips to satisfy any sweet tooth craving. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 Pompompurin is beloved for his sweet spirit, sweet tooth and brown beret. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 June 2026 Come out and satisfy your sweet tooth with a wide variety of food trucks and dessert vendors. — Elizabeth Green, AJC.com, 25 June 2026 Satisfy your sweet tooth on La Calle de los Dulces. — Zanny Merullo, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sweet tooth

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sweet tooth was in the 14th century

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sweet tooth

noun
: a craving or fondness for sweets

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