toothbrush

noun

tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothbrush in a Sentence

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Apply to the grout with an old toothbrush and then leave for 20 minutes. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026 Include an eye mask, earplugs, sanitizing wipes, medication, a toothbrush, lip balm, and tissues to start. Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026 For ornery toddlers, who want to do everything themselves, Rao suggests giving them their own toothbrush to use while parents brush their teeth with a second one right alongside them. Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Popular Science, 11 Mar. 2026 Inside, two dual-sided zippered compartments are ideally sized to fit toothbrushes, razors, and other small essentials. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toothbrush

Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothbrush was in 1690

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“Toothbrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothbrush. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

toothbrush

noun
tooth·​brush ˈtüth-ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothbrush

noun
tooth·​brush -ˌbrəsh How to pronounce toothbrush (audio)
: a brush for cleaning the teeth

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