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Definition of "dentifrice" [den•ti•frice]

  • A substance, such as a paste or powder, for cleaning the teeth. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "dentifrice" in a sentence
  • "Therefore the frequent use of oranges as a dentifrice is a habit of great value."
  • ""Crest has been shown to be an effective decay-preventive dentifrice when used in a conscientiously-applied program of oral hygiene and regular professional care.""
  • "The latter, though, was designed for android use; he ordered a toothbrush and the first dentifrice on the list."