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toweling

noun
tow·​el·​ing | \ ˈtau̇-(ə-)liŋ \
variants: or towelling

Definition of toweling

: a cotton or linen fabric often used for making towels

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 When browned, remove and drain on paper toweling and keep warm. — Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "You Asked or It: Irie Zulu’s Winter South African Oxtail Stew," 12 Feb. 2018 Press out any moisture with paper toweling before adding to dressing. — Anne Schamberg, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Not a peep of stress: A foolishly simple menu for an April 1 Easter," 20 Mar. 2018 Cotton bedding is from Aiayu, and the toweling is by Vipp. — Becca Endicott, ELLE Decor, "The Vipp Hotel Is Only Open To One Guest At A Time," 17 Nov. 2017 When ready to prepare: Remove meat from marinade and drain thoroughly, reserving the wine. Pat lamb dry with paper toweling and season to your preference with salt. — Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Braise Restaurant Red Wine Braised Lamb," 3 Oct. 2017 Rinse the pork shoulder and pat dry with paper toweling. — Bill St. John, The Denver Post, "Get Cooking: Pernil, slow-roasted pork, is perfect for Memorial Day weekend," 19 May 2017

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First Known Use of toweling

1583, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toweling was in 1583

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