Napkin
Napkin , noun
[Dim. of Old French nape a tablecloth, cloth, French nappe, Latin mappa. See Napery.]
1.
A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for wiping the fingers and mouth at table.
2.
A handkerchief. [Obsolete] — Shakespeare
Collocations (2)
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.