handkerchief | Definition of handkerchief

Synonyms and Antonyms of handkerchief

1 a scarf worn on the head

tied a handkerchief around her head and set about cleaning out the dust-covered attic

Synonyms of handkerchief

Words Related to handkerchief

shawl

2 a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes

usually dries her hands on her handkerchief when there are no towels available

Synonyms of handkerchief

hankie (or hanky), kerchief

Words Related to handkerchief

napkin, serviette [chiefly British], tissue, towel