mouthwash

[ mouth-wawsh, -wosh ]

noun

1. a solution, often containing antiseptic, astringent, and breath-sweetening agents, used for cleansing the mouth and teeth, and for gargling.

mouthwash

/ ˈmaʊθˌwɒʃ /

noun

1. a medicated aqueous solution, used for gargling and for cleansing the mouth

Word History and Origins

Origin of mouthwash¹

First recorded in 1830–40; mouth + wash

Example Sentences

Enjoy this wad of mouthwash and hand lotion coupons, free of charge.

From Popular-Science

What those studies on mouthwash and coronaviruses actually meanRaymond Niaura, interim chair of the epidemiology department at New York University, said that gargling wouldn’t hurt if accompanied by vaccination.

From Washington Post

His latest remarks run up against medical advice from a major producer of mouthwash and health experts.

From Washington Post

That’s why it’s important that, even if you’re constantly gargling mouthwash, you keep wearing a mask when around other people, practice proper social distancing when around others, and washing your hands frequently.

From Popular-Science

The mouthwash did the trick, and also gave the team its first clue that the coating was mineral in nature.

From Science News

If you have bad breath, gingivitis or periodontitis …A probiotic lozenge or mouthwash might be your best bet.

From The Daily Beast

As someone who hates mouthwash, this was sure to be an interesting endeavor.

From The Daily Beast

At The Keating Hotel in San Diego, there were little branded bottles of mouthwash in the bathrooms.

From The Daily Beast

He looked as though someone had put aluminum hydrogen sulfate in his mouthwash.

From Project Gutenberg

Philippa demanded, as she mixed salt and water for a mouthwash.

From Project Gutenberg