dishcloth

noun

dish·cloth | \ ˈdish-ˌklȯth

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Definition of dishcloth

: a cloth for washing dishes

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Apparently, your chance of coming into contact with E. coli actually increases if your mug has been wiped down with the office dishcloth or sponge. — Emily Price, Fortune, "It’s Very Possible Your Office Coffee Mug Has Fecal Matter on It," 27 Sep. 2017

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The first known use of dishcloth was in 1827

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dishcloth

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English Language Learners Definition of dishcloth

: a cloth that is used for washing dishes

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