[kradāt chet meū] (n, exp) EN: paper towel ; paper napkin ; paper handkerchiefFR: essuie-mains en papier [ m ] ; serviette de toilette en papier [ f ] ; serviette en papier [ f ] ; mouchoir en papier [ m ]
n. [ 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. [ 1913 Webster ]
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. [ 1913 Webster +PJC ]