toothbrush
/ˈtuːθˌbrʌʃ/
noun
A small brush for cleaning your teeth
“Brush your teeth with your toothbrush twice a day.”
מברשת שיניים
Toothbrush is a noun in the everyday objects category. It is a advanced (ages 11-12) word, meaning "A small brush for cleaning your teeth" In Hebrew, toothbrush translates to מברשת שיניים.
Example Sentences
- She brushes her teeth with her toothbrush every morning and night.
- You should replace your toothbrush every three months.
- He picked out a blue toothbrush at the shop.
Did You Know? The first toothbrush with bristles was invented in China in 1498, using hairs from a wild boar's neck. Before that, people cleaned their teeth with twigs, feathers, and even porcupine quills! Electric toothbrushes are proven to remove 21% more plaque than regular ones. You should brush for exactly two minutes — about the length of a short song.
Common Word Combinations
electric toothbrushbrush with a toothbrushnew toothbrushtoothbrush holder
Related Words
toothpastetoothdentistclean
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