plural toiletries
: an article or preparation (such as toothpaste, shaving cream, or cologne) used in cleaning or grooming oneself
—usually plural

Examples of toiletry in a Sentence

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Fresh towels set out, mini toiletries within reach, a visible roll of extra toilet paper. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026 Then stock mini toiletries so guests do not have to dig through drawers. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2026 The nonprofit also gives away toiletries, toys, books and backpacks. — Sharon Chin, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026 Natural toiletries, journals and in-room yoga mats are a suitably Kamalaya touch. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toiletry

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 24 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

toiletry

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