noun
Meaning 1
A tea towel.
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Phrase guide
tea cloth
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noun
Meaning 2
A small tablecloth.
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noun
Meaning 3
a small tablecloth
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: tablecloth
History
Etymology
From tea + cloth; originally designating a cloth for wiping tea service items after washing, later a small tablecloth useful for afternoon tea. Attested from the late 18th century. Compare later tea towel.