Towelette
(noun)
- A small, disposable towel made of absorbent material, used for cleaning or refreshing oneself.
- A small, disposable piece of cloth or paper that is used for cleaning or refreshing oneself, often made from an absorbent material.
Origin:
Mid 20th century: blend of towel + -lette.
Examples:
- The airline provided a pack of towelettes for passengers to freshen up during the flight.
- The camping kit included towelettes for cleaning hands and faces.
- The towelettes were individually wrapped and easy to carry.
- A towelette is a small, disposable towel made of absorbent material, used for cleaning or refreshing oneself.
- He used a towelette to clean his face and hands after a long day of hiking.