tablecloth

noun

ta·​ble·​cloth ˈtā-bəl-ˌklȯth 

: a covering spread over a dining table before the tableware is set

Examples of tablecloth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Regularly inspect your clothing and textiles, such as curtains, tablecloths, and cloth napkins, for signs of moth activity, such as holes, larvae, or cocoons. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026

Tackling Red Wine Stains A spill of red wine, tomato sauce, or any other darker liquid on a white shirt, tablecloth, or carpet can feel disastrous. — Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

Luis Palhares owns Casa Alvarinho, a household goods shop popular with Spanish customers looking for tablecloths, towels and porcelain from Vista Alegre and Bordallo Pinheiro. — Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 7 July 2026

Besides the attire, those who attend can bring their own picnic food, a small table, white chairs, a white tablecloth, and two white napkins. — Richard Guzman, Daily News, 6 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tablecloth

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

Kids Definition

tablecloth

noun

ta·​ble·​cloth ˈtā-bəl-ˌklȯth 

: a covering spread over a dining table before the places are set