Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flosser
noun
/ˈflɔsər/
Definition
A dental tool used to remove food and plaque from between the teeth and below the gumline.
Examples
- She used a flosser every night to keep her teeth healthy.
- The dentist recommended a flosser to improve her gum health.
- A handheld flosser can make it easier to reach the back of the mouth.
Meaning
A flosser is typically a small device or a piece of string designed to help maintain oral hygiene by cleaning areas of the mouth that toothbrushes cannot reach.
Synonyms
- Dental flosser
- Interdental cleaner
- Floss tool
