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also kerchieves
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as in towels
a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes
dabbed the sweat on his brow with a kerchief
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Noun
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It should not be embroidered on such articles as cushions or handkerchiefs and the like, printed or otherwise impressed on paper napkins or boxes or anything that is designed for temporary use and discarded.
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Their masters stood nearby, traders in thick mantle coats with handkerchiefs wrapped round their heads, smoking and chatting in French.
Noun
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Complimentary beach chairs and towels are available down by the sand, and beach fire set-ups with s’mores and kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals are available over the summer.
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Skin care including daily face towels are also available.
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“Kerchiefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kerchiefs. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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