floss
word
/ˈfɫɑs/
/flˈɒs/
Definition
Thin string used to clean between teeth. As a verb, it means to use this string for cleaning.
Usage & Nuances
Common as both a noun ('dental floss') and verb ('to floss your teeth'). Mostly used in dental hygiene contexts. As slang (mainly US), 'floss' can also mean to show off or display something proudly, but this is rare compared with the dental meaning.
Spanish: hilo dentalPortuguese (BR): fio dentalPortuguese (PT): fio dentárioChinese (Simplified): 牙线Chinese (Traditional): 牙線Hindi: डेंटल फ्लॉसArabic: خيط تنظيف الأسنانBengali: ফ্লস - দাঁতের সুতাRussian: зубная нить - флоссJapanese: デンタルフロスVietnamese: chỉ nha khoaKorean: 치실Turkish: diş ipiUrdu: ڈینٹل فلاس - دانتوں کا دھاگہIndonesian: benang gigi
Example Sentences
I floss my teeth every night.
basic
Please remember to floss after brushing.
basic
My dentist showed me the right way to floss.
natural
Dental floss helps keep your gums healthy.
basic
I always feel cleaner after I floss.
natural
Do you ever forget to floss when you're in a hurry?
natural