toothpaste
noun
tooth·paste
| \ ˈtüth-ˌpāst
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Definition of toothpaste
: a paste for cleaning the teeth
Examples of toothpaste in a Sentence
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Adults gravitated toward an area promoting dental hygiene with free toothpaste and brushes, alongside long rectangular tables stacked with children’s clothing – jackets, shirts, and jeans — to be given away. — Alison Kuznitz, BostonGlobe.com, "A back-to-school celebration, with backpack giveaways, helps low-income families in Boston," 10 Aug. 2019 This foam looks like a giant squeeze of toothpaste—almost big enough for an elephant! — Ben Finio, Scientific American, "Make Elephant Toothpaste," 1 Aug. 2019 Bring a donation of a canned good, toothpaste, toothbrush, paper towels, dish washing liquid or deodorant to support Highlands Community Ministries Dare to Care Food Pantry. — Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, "Louisville shows this week: Trombone Shorty, Lucero, Lydia Loveless & more," 19 July 2019 Others reported issues with hygiene, including not having a toothbrush or toothpaste and lack of showers. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Shelter’s registration forms give portrait of asylum seekers," 28 Aug. 2019 Others reported issues with hygiene, including not having a toothbrush or toothpaste and lack of showers. — Washington Post, "Shelter data pinpoints US destinations of asylum seekers," 28 Aug. 2019 Police searched the area and found the man in possession of a blue bag filled with Walgreen’s items, including toothpaste, a package of t-shirts and more totaling $154. — cleveland.com, "Girl arrested for shooting brother several times with BB gun: Cleveland Heights police blotter," 23 Aug. 2019 Indians are beginning to skimp on hair oil, toothpaste and other essentials, hitting retailers and consumer-goods firms. — The Economist, "India Inc is growing disenchanted with Narendra Modi," 17 Aug. 2019 The Washington Post/Getty Images Adults and children have been held for days, weeks, or even months in cramped cells, sometimes with no access to soap, toothpaste, or places to wash their hands or shower. — Madeleine Joung, Time, "What Is Happening at Migrant Detention Centers? Here's What to Know," 10 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'toothpaste.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for toothpaste
toothpaste
noun
English Language Learners Definition of toothpaste
: a substance that is used for cleaning teeth
See the full definition for toothpaste in the English Language Learners Dictionary
toothpaste
noun
tooth·paste
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Kids Definition of toothpaste
: a paste for cleaning the teeth
toothpaste
noun
tooth·paste
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Medical Definition of toothpaste
: a paste for cleaning the teeth
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