noun
mouthwash
Mouthwash (noun) means a liquid used to rinse and freshen the mouth. Example: “He swished mouthwash after brushing his teeth.”
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A liquid used to rinse and freshen the mouth.
"He swished mouthwash after brushing his teeth."
How to use mouthwash
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rinse used for oral hygiene.
Common pairings
rinse with mouthwash
antiseptic mouthwash
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Word forms
- Plural
- mouthwashes
- Third person singular
- mouthwashes
- Past tense
- mouthwashed
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He swished _____ after brushing his teeth.
Etymology
"Mouth" plus "wash" — a wash for the mouth.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “mouthwash” mean?
The word “mouthwash” means a liquid used to rinse and freshen the mouth. In plain terms, a rinse used for oral hygiene.
How do you use “mouthwash” in a sentence?
Here is “mouthwash” used in a sentence: “He swished mouthwash after brushing his teeth.”
What part of speech is “mouthwash”?
“Mouthwash” is a noun.
What is the meaning of mouthwash?
"mouthwash" (noun) means a liquid used to rinse and freshen the mouth.
