Toothpick (noun)

A small pointed instrument used for removing food particles from between the teeth after eating.

Origin:

The word toothpick first appeared in the late 14th century, from the middle english word "tothe-picke" meaning a small pointed instrument for picking the teeth.

Examples:

1. After finishing my meal, I always use a toothpick to clean my teeth.
2. I always carry a toothpick with me to clean my teeth after eating.
3. Toothpicks come in a variety of materials such as wood, plastic and metal.
4. Toothpicks were used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans to clean their teeth.
5. I often use a toothpick to check if my cake is done by inserting it into the center of the cake.