African toothache

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Meaning · English

A sexually transmitted disease.

Register: dated, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

How would I get an African toothache when the closest I been to a quiff in over a month is sitting next to one?

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “African toothache” mean?

A sexually transmitted disease.

Is “African toothache” formal or informal?

African toothache is generally dated, slang.