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Webster 1913 Edition

Napkin

Nap′kin

,
Noun.
[Dim. of OF.
nape
a tablecloth, cloth, F.
nappe
, L.
mappa
. See
Napery
.]
1.
A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table.
2.
A handkerchief.
[Obs.]
Shak.

Webster 1828 Edition

Napkin

NAPKIN

,
Noun.
[nape, cloth; of which napkin is a diminutive.]
1.
A cloth used for wiping the hands; a towel.
2.
A handkerchief.

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