handcloth en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈhændˌklɒθ/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From Middle English handcloth, from Old English handclāþ (“handcloth”), equivalent to hand + cloth. Cognate with Danish håndklæde (“handtowel”), Icelandic handklæði (“handcloth”).
Meanings
- A handkerchief.
- A washcloth.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| handcloths | Number=Plur | lexicographic |