dentifrice

noun

den·ti·frice ˈden-tə-frəs

: a powder, paste, or liquid for cleaning the teeth

Word History

Etymology

Middle English dentifricie, from Latin dentifricium, from denti- + fricare to rub — more at friction

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dentifrice was in the 15th century

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“Dentifrice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dentifrice. Accessed 27 Nov. 2024.

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dentifrice

noun

den·ti·frice ˈdent-ə-frəs

: a powder, paste, or liquid for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

dentifrice

noun

den·ti·frice ˈdent-ə-frəs

: a powder, paste, or liquid for cleaning the teeth

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