'Napkin' definitions:

Definition of 'napkin'

From: WordNet
noun
A small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing [syn: napkin, table napkin, serviette]
noun
Garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement [syn: diaper, nappy, napkin]

Definition of 'Napkin'

From: GCIDE
  • Napkin \Nap"kin\, n. [Dim. of OF. nape a tablecloth, cloth, F. nappe, L. mappa. See Napery.]
  • 1. A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A handkerchief. [Obs.] --Shak. [1913 Webster]
  • Napkin pattern. See Linen scroll, under Linen. -- Napkin ring, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material, used to inclose a table napkin.
  • paper napkin, a napkin made of paper, intended to be disposed of after use. [1913 Webster +PJC]

Definition of 'Napkin'

From: Easton
  • Napkin (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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