General
cloot
What does cloot mean?
A rag or cloth, usually a dishcloth or something for wiping down. Kitchen-sink word.
"Pass us the cloot, I've slopped tea everywhere."
Origin
Old English 'clut' — a patch of cloth. Same root as the southern 'clout'.
Frequently asked questions
What does cloot mean?
A cloot is a rag or dishcloth — and it can also mean a clout or smack round the ear.
How do you use cloot in a sentence?
"Give the table a wipe with that cloot."
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