sweet tooth

noun

1. a liking or craving for candy and other sweets.

sweet tooth

noun

1. a strong liking for sweet foods

Word History and Origins

Origin of sweet tooth¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Idioms and Phrases

A love for sugary foods, as in You can always please Nell with cake or ice cream; she has a big sweet tooth. This expression dates from the late 1300s, although it then referred not only to sweets but other delicacies as well.

Example Sentences

Yes, it’s a bit of a push from your hood — don’t go during rush hour — but it’s worth the trek, especially if you have a sweet tooth.

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My grandmother supplied my sweet tooth with cookies and chocolate at every visit.

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If you have a sweet tooth, you should definitely check your pantries and your refrigerators.

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"He was very kind, he spoilt me a lot. He had a sweet tooth like me, and always knew what treats to buy me," Nastia says.

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With a sweet tooth that often leads me to scan the dessert menu before the main course, I find myself calculating exactly how much room to save.

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