toothpick /ˈtuːθ.pɪk/noun 3verb 2forms 3 noun3 •A small, usually wooden, stick, often pointed at both ends, for removing food residue from between the teeth. •(slang, offensive) A very thin individual. •(slang, offensive) A small or slender penis. verb2 •To spear food on a toothpick. •To transfer a sample of bacteria, etc. by means of a toothpick. formstoothpicked · toothpicking · toothpicks