washcloth
Washcloth (noun) means a small, absorbent cloth used for washing the face and body. Example: “She wiped the toddler's face with a damp washcloth.”
How to use washcloth
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small cloth for washing yourself, usually kept by the sink or in the shower.
Called a "flannel" in British English and a "washcloth" in American English.
Word forms
washcloths plural
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She wiped the toddler's face with a damp _____.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "wash" and "cloth."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “washcloth” mean?
The word “washcloth” means a small, absorbent cloth used for washing the face and body. In plain terms, a small cloth for washing yourself, usually kept by the sink or in the shower.
How do you pronounce “washcloth”?
“Washcloth” is pronounced WOSH-kloth (/ˈwɔʃ.klɔθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “washcloth” in a sentence?
Here is “washcloth” used in a sentence: “She wiped the toddler's face with a damp washcloth.”
What part of speech is “washcloth”?
“Washcloth” is a noun.