toothpick

toothpick — noun

1. A thin stick with a pointed tip, typically made of wood, that people slide betwe

1.名詞B2
釋義

A thin stick with a pointed tip, typically made of wood, that people slide between their teeth to clear away leftover food after a meal.

例句

After the grilled fish, Hassan used a toothpick to remove food stuck between his teeth.

typical use: removing food after a meal

The restaurant placed a small glass of toothpicks next to the cash register for customers.

collocation: a glass of toothpicks

同義詞
  • cocktail stick

    a shorter, often decorative stick used to hold garnishes or appetizers together, rarely used for cleaning teeth

  • dental pick

    a specialised dental tool with a curved metal or plastic end, designed for professional or thorough cleaning between teeth

文法句型

toothpick

a toothpick

toothpicks

用法筆記

Although toothpicks are designed for cleaning teeth, they are also commonly used in cooking to hold small items of food together, such as sandwiches or appetizers.

常見錯誤

❌I used a toothpick to clean my ear.
✅I used a toothpick to remove food from between my teeth.
💡Toothpicks are for teeth, not ears; using them in ears can be dangerous.