chewstick

/ˈtʃuː.stɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A stick or object used for chewing on, typically a twig or a piece of wood used by indigenous peoples to clean their teeth.

“The tribe used chewsticks to clean their teeth after meals.”

2. noun

A stick or stick-like object used for chewing tobacco or other substances.

“The old man puffed on his chewstick, blowing out a stream of smoke.”

Synonyms

  • chewstick
  • moi moi stick
  • tobacco stick

Antonyms

  • dental floss
  • toothbrush