towel — a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for drying or wiping
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for drying or wiping
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtaʊəl/
Example Sentences
- He forgot his towel and had to air-dry like a human scarecrow.
- The hotel towels were so fluffy, I wanted to adopt them.
- Please bring a clean towel for the guest bathroom.
towel
NOUN[/ˈtaʊəl/]
a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for drying or wiping
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word towel derives from Old French toaille, which originated from Germanic roots meaning 'to wash'. The term developed during the medieval period alongside the evolution of bathing practices in European culture.
Breakdown
Old French toaille (cloth for washing) → Middle English towaille → Modern English towel, with the Germanic root referring to washing or cleansing action.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He forgot his towel and had to air-dry like a human scarecrow.”
“The hotel towels were so fluffy, I wanted to adopt them.”
“Please bring a clean towel for the guest bathroom.”
“The boxer's coach threw in the towel to stop the fight.”
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