Synonyms for

Towels

Verb / ˈtaʊʌlz / / taʊlz / Another word for towels — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Towels are pieces of absorbent fabric or paper used for drying or wiping things.

Synonyms & similar words

towel cloth rag wipe absorbent tissue napkin chamois sponge flannel linen cotton microfiber velour twill

Synonyms by register

Formal

linens absorbent cloths

Informal

rags dishcloths

Literary

linens hangings

Antonyms

dryers absorbers wipers rags cloths

Common collocations

  • bath towel
  • hand towel
  • kitchen towel
  • paper towel
  • dry towel
  • clean towel
  • wet towel

Word family

noun towel
verb towel

Usage note

While 'towel' can be used as a verb meaning to dry with a towel, this usage is less common than its noun form. Ensure context clarifies meaning if using the verb form.

Example sentences

  1. I grabbed a towel to dry off after swimming.
  2. We use towels to dry dishes in our kitchen.
  3. My mom always packs a beach towel when we go to the pool.
  4. The waiter brought us an extra napkin to wipe our hands.
  5. I prefer using paper towels to clean up spills.

Quotes

  • "The towels were so thick there was hardly room for them in the linen closet, but she stacked them neatly and covered them with a white sheet." - Marilynne Robinson
  • "I am a towel." - Troy Barnes
  • "The only thing I hate more than wet Cheerios are wet Cheerios on a wet towel." - Jim Gaffigan

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