toothbrushing

[ tooth-bruhsh-ing ]

noun

1. the act or method of cleaning the teeth with a toothbrush.

Word History and Origins

Origin of toothbrushing¹

First recorded in 1915–20; toothbrush + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

In London, some business people are so ruthless and truly busy that they have done away with the ritual of toothbrushing.

From The Daily Beast