toothbrush

noun

tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh 

: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothbrush in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His little toilet bag, toothbrush and shaver, his hairbrush, dark glasses, and a portable radio. — Sonia Gandhi, Vanity Fair, 10 Nov. 2026

Removing Stains From Lamp Shades For stains on glass or plastic shades, use a toothbrush and dish soap to gently scrub affected areas. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2026

Ion-generating toothbrushes release charged particles to induce a polarity that helps repel plaque, for example. — Mike McRae, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026

White, non-gel toothpaste is best, paired with a microfiber cloth or a toothbrush, and always rinsed. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

toothbrush

noun

tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh 

: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothbrush

noun

tooth·​brush -ˌbrəsh 

: a brush for cleaning the teeth