dishcloth

noun

dish·​cloth ˈdish-ˌklȯth How to pronounce dishcloth (audio)
: a cloth for washing dishes

Examples of dishcloth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Available in assorted botanical prints, these two-packs of reusable Swedish dishcloths are perfect for cleaning up everyday spills and messes while providing an eco-friendly alternative to paper towels. L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2024 Buffer said to use a dishcloth and dish soap, or a cleanser like Comet or Bar Keepers Friend, to scrub the sink and reduce the buildup of debris. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 28 June 2024 In the kitchen, Kentucky Derby glasses are set up on a serving tray; a dishcloth printed with a mint julep recipe lies next to it. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 1 May 2024 Don’t reuse a sponge or dishcloth that has been used to wash dishes and utensils that have come into contact with raw poultry juices. Casey Barber, CNN, 13 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dishcloth 

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Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dishcloth was in 1827

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“Dishcloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dishcloth. Accessed 4 Oct. 2024.

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dishcloth

noun
dish·​cloth ˈdish-ˌklȯth How to pronounce dishcloth (audio)
: a cloth for washing dishes

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