washcloth
noun
wash·cloth
ˈwȯsh-ˌklȯth 
ˈwäsh-
: a cloth that is used for washing one's face and body
called also facecloth, washrag
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Letting Trash and Laundry Pile Up Poor ventilation, moisture, and humidity in the bathroom can cause damp towels, used washcloths, bathroom trash, and dirty laundry to develop odors if left unattended.
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Bathroom Linens Using hydrogen peroxide for laundry can help with stain treatment, brightening, deodorizing, and disinfecting, which is especially ideal for high-use items like towels, bath mats, and washcloths.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
Start with a dry face, massage it in to loosen things up, then apply water to emulsify, and reach for a washcloth to get rid of any excess.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Feb. 2026
The set includes two bath towels, two hand towels, and four washcloths, all of which are made from ringspun cotton.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Bathroom Linens Using hydrogen peroxide for laundry can help with stain treatment, brightening, deodorizing, and disinfecting, which is especially ideal for high-use items like towels, bath mats, and washcloths.
—Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 5 Mar. 2026
Start with a dry face, massage it in to loosen things up, then apply water to emulsify, and reach for a washcloth to get rid of any excess.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Feb. 2026
The set includes two bath towels, two hand towels, and four washcloths, all of which are made from ringspun cotton.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
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“Washcloth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washcloth. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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washcloth
noun
wash·cloth
-ˌklȯth
: a cloth for washing one's face and body
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