Synonyms for

Towel

Verb / ˈtaʊʌl / / taʊl / Another word for towel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for drying or wiping.

Synonyms & similar words

washcloth linen napkin rag sponge swab chamois shammy terry terrycloth flannel

Synonyms by register

Formal

linen cloth

Informal

rag wipe

Literary

shroud napkin

Antonyms

dryness parchment desiccation aridness barrenness

Common collocations

  • bath towel
  • hand towel
  • beach towel
  • tea towel
  • dish towel
  • paper towel
  • drying towel
  • clean towel

Word family

noun towel
verb towel

Usage note

While 'towel' can be used as a verb (e.g., 'to towel off'), it is much more common as a noun referring to the absorbent cloth.

Example sentences

  1. I grabbed a towel to dry off after swimming in the pool.
  2. My mom uses a towel to dry the dishes after washing them.
  3. I washed my face and dried it off with a face towel.
  4. The cleaning lady used a towel to wipe the counters.
  5. I spilled some juice on the table and used a towel to clean it up.

Quotes

  • "I don't want a kiss, I want a towel and a drink." - Elizabeth Taylor
  • "I am, as I've said, merely competent. But in an age of incompetence, that makes me extraordinary." - Billy Joel
  • "I'm just a simple guy swimming in a sea of sharks." - Don Johnson

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