Toothbrush
(
noun
,
verb
)
(As a noun)
Toothbrush ( noun )
- A small brush with bristles set into a plastic or rubber handle, used to clean the teeth and gums.
- A similar brush for cleaning other parts of the body.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from tooth + brush.
Examples:
- He brushed his teeth with a toothbrush.
- She uses her toothbrush to clean her tongue.
- The toothbrush has soft bristles for gentle cleaning.
- He left his toothbrush in the cup on the bathroom sink.
- A toothbrush is a basic tool for oral hygiene.
(As a verb)
Toothbrush ( verb )
- A small brush with bristles set into a plastic or rubber handle, used to clean the teeth and gums.
- A similar brush for cleaning other parts of the body.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from tooth + brush.
Examples:
- He brushed his teeth with a toothbrush.
- She uses her toothbrush to clean her tongue.
- The toothbrush has soft bristles for gentle cleaning.
- He left his toothbrush in the cup on the bathroom sink.
- A toothbrush is a basic tool for oral hygiene.