Meaning of NAPKIN
| Pronunciation: | | 'napkin
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- [n] garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement
- [n] to protect clothing; wipe mouth
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| | Synonyms: | | diaper, nappy, serviette, table napkin |
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| | See Also: | | bib, dinner napkin, garment, napery, table linen, tea napkin | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Nap"kin\, n. [Dim. of OF. nape a tablecloth, cloth, F.
nappe, L. mappa. See {Napery}.]
1. A little towel, or small cloth, esp. one for wiping the
fingers and mouth at table.
2. A handkerchief. [Obs.] --Shak.
{Napkin pattern}. See {Linen scroll}, under {Linen}. --
{Napkin ring}, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material,
used to inclose a table napkin.
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| Dream Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Seeing a napkin in your dream means neatness and cleanliness. You may be preparing yourself to hear some goodness.
Seeing soiled napkins being placed on the dining table, symbolizes a major marital or relationship problem. |
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| Easton Bible Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | (Gr. soudarion, John 11:44; 20:7; Lat. sudarium, a "sweat-cloth"), a cloth for wiping the sweat from the face. But the word is used of a wrapper to fold money in (Luke 19:20), and as an article of dress, a "handkerchief" worn on the head (Acts 19:12). |
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