paper towel

noun

: a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying hands, cleaning up spills, etc.

a roll of paper towels

Examples of paper towel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of keeping cauliflower in the package from the grocery store, Hale recommends transferring it to a loose plastic bag with a paper towel placed in the bag to absorb any condensation. —Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026

An additional 13 eateries were cited by county health officials for health code violations ranging from mold buildup to a cook wiping their hands on a paper towel from the garbage. —Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026

Spread the gel over a paper towel strip, sprinkle seeds over the gel, and top with another paper towel strip. —Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026

Use an airtight container: To store the fries, place in an airtight container lined with a paper towel to absorb excess moisture. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for paper towel

• disavowal
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