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.