De tandenborstel
Example: Ik gebruik de tandenborstel elke ochtend en avond.
Definition
"De tandenborstel" is a tool with bristles used for cleaning teeth, typically held by hand. It helps maintain oral hygiene by removing plaque and food particles from the surfaces of teeth and gums, as in the example phrase: "Ik gebruik de tandenborstel elke ochtend en avond."
Etymology
The Dutch word "de tandenborstel" combines "tanden," meaning teeth, and "borstel," meaning brush. It literally means 'the teeth brush.' The concept of a toothbrush dates back thousands of years, but the modern bristled brush was developed in the 15th century. Did you know? The first mass-produced toothbrush was made in England in 1780.
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"De tandenborstel" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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