dishcloth

noun

dish·​cloth ˈdish-ˌklȯth 

: a cloth for washing dishes

Examples of dishcloth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Every kitchen needs a reliable stack of dishcloths, and this waffle-weave set from Homaxy is the kind of small upgrade that makes a real difference in our everyday life. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 28 July 2026

Don't leave dirty dishes or damp dishcloths and sponges in the kitchen sink. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 June 2026

Soak sponges and dishcloths in a solution of 1/4 cup bleach and a gallon of water daily for 5 minutes to keep them clean and germ-free. — Emerson Latham, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2026

While the water is heating, line a plate or sheet pan with three layers of paper towels or a clean, thin dishcloth. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 18 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dishcloth

• broadcloth
• cheesecloth
• loincloth
• neckcloth
• oilcloth
• sackcloth
• washcloth
• zeroth
• broth
• cloth
• doth
• froth

Kids Definition

dishcloth

noun

dish·​cloth ˈdish-ˌklȯth 

: a cloth for washing dishes