Mouthwash: meaning, definitions and examples

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mouthwash

 

[ ˈmaʊθwɔːʃ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

oral hygiene

Mouthwash is a liquid product used to rinse the mouth, teeth, and gums, typically for the purpose of improving oral hygiene, freshening breath, and reducing plaque. It can contain antiseptic ingredients that help kill bacteria and prevent oral diseases like gingivitis. Some varieties also have fluoride to help strengthen teeth.

Synonyms

breath freshener, mouth rinse, oral rinse

Examples of usage

  • She rinsed her mouth with mouthwash after brushing.
  • Using mouthwash can improve your overall dental health.
  • He always carries mouthwash in his bag for fresh breath.
  • Mouthwash is recommended by dentists as part of daily oral care.

Translations

Translations of the word "mouthwash" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enxaguante bucal

🇮🇳 मुँह का कुल्ला

🇩🇪 Mundwasser

🇮🇩 obat kumur

🇺🇦 ополіскувач для рота

🇵🇱 płyn do płukania ust

🇯🇵 マウスウォッシュ

🇫🇷 bain de bouche

🇪🇸 enjuague bucal

🇹🇷 ağız gargarası

🇰🇷 구강 세척제

🇸🇦 غسول الفم

🇨🇿 ústní voda

🇸🇰 ústna voda

🇨🇳 漱口水

🇸🇮 ustna voda

🇮🇸 munnskola

🇰🇿 ауыз шаю

🇬🇪 კბილების გასაწმენდად სითხე

🇦🇿 ağız suyu

🇲🇽 enjuague bucal

Word origin

The term 'mouthwash' dates back to the early 20th century. Its roots can be traced to the combination of two words: 'mouth,' which originates from the Old English 'muð,' meaning the opening of the face used for eating and speaking, and 'wash,' which comes from the Old English 'wascan,' meaning to cleanse or wash away. Initially, mouthwash was created as a medical antiseptic, meant to combat halitosis (bad breath) and to provide freshness through various aromatic substances. Over the decades, the formulation of mouthwash evolved greatly, incorporating new active ingredients to enhance dental care, such as fluoride for cavity prevention and various flavors for a more pleasant experience. As dental hygiene practices improved, mouthwash became a common part of daily routines around the world, leading to the wide range of products available today.