01 n. A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table.
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1.
A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table.
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2.
A handkerchief.[Obs.]
Phrases & compounds
Napkin pattern —
See Linen scroll, under Linen. -- Napkin ring, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material, used to inclose a table napkin.
paper napkin —
a napkin made of paper, intended to be disposed of after use.