toothpaste

noun

tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Examples of toothpaste in a Sentence

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Normally priced at $13 and $14, respectively, the Target entry will feature the two toothpastes in new 3.4 oz. Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 The Florida Dental Association has strongly endorsed fluoridation, pointing to research supporting the assertion that brushing with fluoride toothpaste alone is insufficient to curb tooth decay. Cindy Krischer Goodman, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025 Spit out the toothpaste but don’t rinse with water. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 28 Feb. 2025 My last chance to tell my best friend about my day as a dribble of toothpaste rolls down my fragile chin? John Hodgman, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toothpaste

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothpaste was in 1832

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“Toothpaste.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothpaste. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste ˈtüth-ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

Medical Definition

toothpaste

noun
tooth·​paste -ˌpāst How to pronounce toothpaste (audio)
: a paste for cleaning the teeth

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