toothy

adjective

ˈtü-thē 

toothier; toothiest

1

: having or showing prominent teeth

toothy grin

2

: toothsome sense 2

toothily

ˈtü-thə-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of toothy

• delicious
• edible
• tasteful

Examples of toothy in a Sentence

a selection of gourmet cookies and other toothy delights

Recent Examples on the Web

The 3mm lugs provide secure footing on mellow dirt and gravel surfaces, while still allowing the shoe to run smoothly on roads—there’s no slapping sound or feel of hard rubber hitting pavement, or clunkiness from toothy lugs meant for super-technical terrain. —Lisa Jhung, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026

With a booming voice, a philosopher’s curiosity, and a signature toothy smile, Wiley has made a habit of huffing and puffing at the foundations of sports commentary. —Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 Mar. 2026

Buc-ee's argues, in court documents, that the animalistic logo is too similar to its own – a toothy beaver wearing a red ballcap inside a bright yellow circle. —Greta Cross, USA Today, 25 Feb. 2026

Jessica then zooms in on her husband, who flashes her a toothy smile. —Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

toothy

adjective

ˈtü-thē 

toothier; toothiest

: having or showing many usually large teeth

a toothy grin

toothily

-thə-lē 

adverb