toothbrush

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Word: Toothbrush

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A toothbrush is a small brush with a long handle that people use to clean their teeth. It usually has soft or hard bristles on one end and is an essential tool for dental hygiene.

Usage Instructions:

• You use a toothbrush with toothpaste to clean your teeth and keep them healthy.
• To use, squeeze a small amount of toothpaste onto the bristles, then brush your teeth in gentle circular motions for about two minutes.

Example Sentence:

"I brush my teeth twice a day with my toothbrush to keep my smile bright."

Advanced Usage:

• Toothbrushes can come in different types, such as electric toothbrushes, which vibrate to clean the teeth more effectively.
• There are also special toothbrushes designed for sensitive teeth or for children.

Word Variants:

• Toothpaste (noun): The paste used with a toothbrush to clean teeth.
• Toothbrush holder (noun): A container used to store toothbrushes.
• Toothbrushes (plural): More than one toothbrush.

Different Meanings:

• Slang: In some contexts, "toothbrush" can refer to a mustache, particularly in humorous or informal speech.

Synonyms:

• Brush (in the context of dental care)
• Dental brush (though this term is less common)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "toothbrush," but you might hear phrases like "brush up on" which means to review or improve skills.

Fun Fact:

In some cultures, people use different tools to clean their teeth, such as miswak (a natural toothbrush from a tree) or even their fingers with a special paste.

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Noun

1. slang for a mustache
2. small brush; has long handle; used to clean teeth

Synonyms

• soup-strainer