toothier; toothiest
Synonyms of toothynext
1
: having or showing prominent teeth
toothy grin
2
toothily adverb

Examples of toothy in a Sentence

a selection of gourmet cookies and other toothy delights
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Kyron flashed a wide, toothy grin toward a camera capturing the moment – an image that would soon be splashed on missing child posters and nightly newscasts across the country. Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 23 June 2026 The assumption is that Lohar will either abandon pursuit or accidentally run the Bitchfist aground on the toothy shoals. Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 22 June 2026 This stunning plant boasts toothy leaves, speckled with silvery white and supported by colorful, velvety red stems. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026 The first thing that stands out about the new Apex X23 in comparison to traditional Oliver models is its toothy tires. C.c. Weiss may 30, New Atlas, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for toothy

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of toothy was in 1530

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

Kids Definition

toothy

adjective
toothier; toothiest
: having or showing many usually large teeth
a toothy grin
toothily adverb
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