toothpaste

noun

tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothpaste in a Sentence

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Consumer staples companies make and sell everyday necessities like toilet paper, toothpaste, and groceries. Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 It is widely appreciated for its flavoring potential, and its fragrance has been adopted for everything from toothpaste to tea. Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 June 2026 Wipe down the sink to remove small messes such as toothpaste splatter. Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 22 June 2026 Janis described setting up tables at the corner of New Park Avenue near the Stop & Shop with bags of clothes, toothpaste and blankets. Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for toothpaste

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toothpaste was in 1832

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“Toothpaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothpaste. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste -ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

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