handkerchief

handkerchief

noun

Definition of HANDKERCHIEF

1

a scarf worn on the head <tied a handkerchief around her head and set about cleaning out the dust-covered attic>

Synonyms babushka, do-rag, handkerchief, kerchief, madras, mantilla

Related Words shawl; hankie (or hanky)

2

a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes <usually dries her hands on her handkerchief when there are no towels available>

Synonyms handkerchief, kerchief

Related Words napkin, serviette [chiefly British], tissue, towel; bandanna (or bandana)