Napkin vs. Serviette

Napkin vs. Serviette — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Napkin and Serviette

Napkinnoun

A serviette; a (usually rectangular) piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and hands for cleanliness while eating.

Serviettenoun

A table napkin, now especially a paper one.

Napkinnoun

A nappy (UK), a diaper (American).

Serviettenoun

(obsolete) a lazy Susan

Napkinnoun

A small scarf worn on the head by Christian women when entering a Roman Catholic church, as a token of modesty.

Serviettenoun

to protect clothing; wipe mouth

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Napkinnoun

A sanitary napkin.

Napkinnoun

to protect clothing; wipe mouth

Napkinnoun

garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement