Hankie (noun)

A small piece of cloth, usually square, used for wiping the nose or eyes.

Origin:

Diminutive of handkerchief, from the combination of hand + kerchief.

Examples:

  1. He pulled out his hankie and blew his nose.
  2. She always carries a hankie in her purse.
  3. I prefer hankie over tissue, it feels more gentle on my skin.
  4. He gave her his hankie when she started crying.
  5. I always carry a hankie with me, you never know when you'll need one.
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