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Napkin

Napkin Meaning & Definition
Napkin Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Napkin?

[n] garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement
[n] to protect clothing; wipe mouth

Synonyms | Synonyms for Napkin: diaper | nappy | serviette | table napkin

Related Terms | Find terms related to Napkin:

See Also | bib | dinner napkin | garment | napery | table linen | tea napkin

Napkin In Webster's Dictionary

\Nap"kin\, n. [Dim. of OF. nape a tablecloth, cloth, F. nappe, L. mappa. See {Napery}.] 1. A little towel, or small cloth, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table. 2. A handkerchief. [Obs.] --Shak. {Napkin pattern}. See {Linen scroll}, under {Linen}. -- {Napkin ring}, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material, used to inclose a table napkin.

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