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