toiletry

[ toi-li-tree ]

noun

, plural toi·let·ries.

1. any article or preparation used in cleaning or grooming oneself, as soap or deodorant.

toiletry

/ ˈtɔɪlɪtrɪ /

noun

1. an object or cosmetic used in making up, dressing, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of toiletry¹

First recorded in 1825–35; toilet + -ry

Example Sentences

My comrades here say that I can request a toiletry item whenever I want.

From Washington Blade

This prison is the only place where I have seen immigrants have to buy their own toiletries.

From Washington Blade

I was assigned a box with various toiletries and uniforms and shoes.

From Washington Blade

I piled sheets, towels, pillows, toiletries, and a laundry basket onto my bed, then I spent the afternoon in the backyard with the dogs, spraying them from the hose and dousing myself like a wet T-shirt contest.

From Washington Blade

I used zip-top bags to store toiletries, snacks and trash, as I accumulated it.

From Washington Post

Get out that toiletry bag with the toothpaste caked on the bottom and wash it or get a new one.

From The Daily Beast