napkins

Dinner table squares

Napkins are pieces of cloth or paper used during meals to wipe the mouth and hands, or placed in the lap to protect clothing.

Could you grab some napkins from the dispenser?

In British English, napkin can also mean a diaper, though this usage is old-fashioned.

dining

tablecloth

Fabric dining surface protector

table setting · dinner · restaurant · lap · fold · etiquette · formal · linen · damask · place setting

material

paper

Pressed pulp for writing

  • clothWoven or knit material
  • linenFlax-derived textile
  • cottonPlant fiber for textiles

disposable · reusable · fabric · woven · absorbent · ply · recycled · biodegradable · embossed · textured

practical

wipe

Rub to clean

  • spillAccidental liquid release
  • cleanupRestoration of order
  • messDisorderly, troublesome condition

stain · blot · dab · absorb · crumbs · greasy · hands · mouth · face · tuck

sanitary

feminine

Pertaining to women

  • padCushioned writing surface
  • menstrualOf monthly uterine cycles
  • hygienePractices maintaining cleanliness

period · absorbency · maternity · postpartum · incontinence · protection · discreet · wings · overnight · panty liner

cocktail

appetizer

Light dish preceding main

party · beverage · coaster · bar · reception · small · square · drinks · gathering · social

Categories
Opposites
table setting function

napkinsplates

Flat eating dishes

dishes · bowls · platters · serving dishes · tablecloth

disposability/permanence

napkinscloth napkins

Reusable mealtime wipes

linen napkins

cleanliness state

napkinsspills

Accidental liquid escapes

messes · stains · crumbs

Phrases
Family

napkin, napkin ring

Familiarity
Top 5,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G