towel

noun

Definition of towelnext
as in napkin
a piece of cloth used for drying things She dried her hair with a towel. Here's a towel to wipe up the spill.

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Recent Examples of towel The shelter is also asking for donations, Greer said, including towels, blankets, bedding and treats. — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026 Videos shared on social media show Djokovic falling to his knees and appearing to vomit into a towel. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 Video recorded by neighbors shows the aftermath of the shooting, including what appears to be gauze, bloody towels and rubber gloves. — Drew Aunkst, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026 Bathrooms gleam with dark tile, marble counters, and gold hardware, stocked with Aesop products and Parachute towels. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for towel
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  1. napkin
  2. handkerchief
Noun
  • Others may require you to do a little back-of-the-napkin math, says Jon Lapp, a CFP with Haven Financial Advisors.
    — Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • While formal entertaining is less common today, finding napkin rings, butter pats, and sterling silver tableware is a true treasure.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of napkin
Noun
  • This flirty Damson Madder handkerchief skirt that’s begging to be styled with a ribbed tank and kitten heels.
    — Jordan Julian, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Fire-resistant clothing should include sturdy shoes, long sleeves and pants, hats, handkerchiefs and high visibility goggles.
    — Hali Smith August 5, Idaho Statesman, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of handkerchief

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