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/ˈtuːθpɪk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A small, pointed stick, typically made of wood or plastic, used for removing food particles from between the teeth.
After finishing his meal, he reached for a toothpick to clean his teeth.
A device used in cooking or food presentation, sometimes decorated or shaped as a decorative skewer.
The appetizer was served on a platter with toothpicks for easy serving.
Etymology
The word 'toothpick' is a compound of 'tooth' and 'pick', dating back to the early 17th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
toothpick bridge:
A structure made by joining toothpicks, often used in engineering challenges.
use a toothpick:
To refer to the act of cleaning teeth or the action of fastening items together.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
A very thin person.
He looks like a toothpick after his weight loss.
A tool for small tasks or delicate work.
He's using a toothpick to fix the model's parts.