kitchen towel

noun

1
British : soft paper that is used for cleaning, wiping up liquid, etc. : paper towel
2
: a usually flat-weave, lint-free towel for use in a kitchen, as for drying washed dishes

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Beyond just looking stylish and having an interesting texture, a waffle weave pattern on a kitchen towel actually serves a few functional purposes as well. Molly Burford, Southern Living, 1 June 2026 Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026 Drain, wrap in kitchen towel and chill in plastic bag. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 18 May 2026 Air dry or wipe down with a kitchen towel or microfiber cloth. Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitchen towel

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“Kitchen towel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitchen%20towel. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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