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

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Bullard explains how properties of gas and air prevent water from soaking the paper towel. —Jodie Valade, Charlotte Observer, 8 Mar. 2024

To use the tray, place strips of bacon over the bars and cover them with a paper towel. —Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2024

Place the egg on a paper towel and let dry for 20 minutes—don't wipe off any shaving cream until the egg has completely dried. —Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2024

Shake loosely to remove as much water as possible, then pat dry with a paper towel or tea towel to remove excess water. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024

Swarms of flies and a roach falling out of a paper towel dispenser in front of an inspector are on this week’s list of South Florida restaurants that failed inspection. —David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2024

After a 20-second handwash with soap and drying their hands with a paper towel, a worker places their hands — first palms up, then palms down — under the scanner to activate it. —Parija Kavilanz, CNN, 8 Mar. 2024

Next, pat each egg dry with a paper towel, but be careful not to rub or wipe the egg's surface, as this might smear or remove the dye from the shell. —Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2024

If your sterilizer does not have a bottle drying function, simply air dry on a clean paper towel on your countertop. —Samson McDougall, Parents, 5 Mar. 2024