toothpaste

Word parts

tooth + paste

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈtuːθpeɪst/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈtuθpeɪst/

• Audio (UK)

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Noun

Singular toothpaste

Plural toothpastes

Toothpaste from a tube being applied to a toothbrush

1. Toothpaste is a paste that is used with a toothbrush to clean the teeth.