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TOOTHP-ayst/ˈtuːθpeɪst/

Toothpaste is the thick substance on a toothbrush. Uncountable: some toothpaste, a tube of toothpaste — not a toothpaste in everyday talk. Toothbrush is the brush. Paste is a thick mix. Put toothpaste on the brush.

Meaning

A thick substance you put on a toothbrush to clean your teeth.

Examples

• “Do not forget the toothpaste.”
• “We have run out of toothpaste.”
• “This toothpaste is for children.”

Good to know

uncountable: some toothpaste. a tube of toothpaste. Pair: toothbrush.

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