📖 napkin

noun

1. garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement
2. a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing

See also: diapernappyserviettetable napkin

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