CEFR B1

breath freshener

noun

Meaning

A product, such as a mint, spray, or strip, used to mask or eliminate unpleasant odors in the mouth.

Examples

  • She keeps a small spray in her purse to use as a breath freshener after coffee breaks.
  • Many people rely on a breath freshener to feel more confident during close-proximity social interactions.

Synonyms: mint, mouthwash, breath spray, breath strip