serviette
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- noun
- /ˌsɜrviˈɛt/
- UK
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servilleta
- And the old man, with his serviette tucked into his collar, set down the carving knife and put a hand on her arm.
Examples
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You can use your own cutlery, serviettes and crockery.
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She cut the sandwiches into quarters, packed them neatly in shredded lettuce, and wrapped them in a damp serviette so that they would not dry out.
Fiction book (2002) -
His linen serviette is left standing on the table throughout the meal.
Fiction book (2001) -
Therefore, when going for a professional shot of food, you should have any other items like serviettes, silverware, and glasses ready first.
Blog text (17) -
You can use your own cutlery, serviettes and crockery.
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These tables are cluttered with empty Giraffe Beer bottles and crumpled serviettes.
Fiction book (2000) -
She set her knife and fork on the table and lifted the serviette out of her lap.
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Jane choked on her turbot at this and had to hold her serviette to her lips to stifle her coughing.
Synonyms
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A small piece of cloth or paper used at meals to wipe the mouth and hands
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A large piece of cloth or paper people use at dinner to protect clothes and wipe the mouth and hands
A small piece of cloth or paper used at meals to wipe your mouth and hands
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Etymology
The word serviette comes from French and joins servir 'to serve' with the small ending -ette 'little', so it meant a 'little thing for serving'. That's why a serviette is a small napkin used at meals to wipe your mouth and protect your clothes.