Definitions

napkin

[nap-kin] / ˈnæp kɪn /

NOUN

linen

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cloth towel

STRONG

doily serviette wipe

WEAK

moist towelette

Example Sentences

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Something you accept with a paper napkin under fluorescent lighting and a murmur of gratitude.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Flustered, but flattered, Dianne is preparing to sign a napkin when the fan explains that she especially liked the sitcom “Bless This Mess.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Anyone could have written that down on a cocktail napkin for free in 2009!

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026

Here are the 2026 titles we jotted down quickly on the back of a cocktail napkin.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2026

Naomi looks down and picks at the rest of the cookie lying on her napkin.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan