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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.

Definition 2024


napkin

napkin

English

A folded napkin which formed part of a table setting in a hotel restaurant in Singapore

Noun

napkin (plural napkins)

  1. A serviette; a (usually rectangular) piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and hands for cleanliness while eating.
  2. (Britain, South Africa) A nappy (UK), a diaper (American).
  3. A small scarf worn on the head by Christian women when entering a Roman Catholic church, as a token of modesty.
  4. A sanitary napkin.

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