handkerchiefs

[US]/[ˈhæŋkəʃɪfs]/
[UK]/[ˈhæŋkərʃɪfs]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a square of soft material, typically cotton or linen, used for wiping one's nose or face.; a small cloth used to wipe away tears.; a collection of handkerchiefs.

Phrases & Collocations

carrying handkerchiefs

folded handkerchiefs

tissue handkerchiefs

silk handkerchiefs

lacy handkerchiefs

used handkerchiefs

embroidered handkerchiefs

holding handkerchiefs

clean handkerchiefs

floral handkerchiefs

Example Sentences

she pulled a delicate lace handkerchief from her purse.

he dabbed his eyes with a handkerchief after the sad movie.

my grandmother always carried embroidered handkerchiefs in her bag.

he offered her a clean handkerchief when she started crying.

the bride carried a vintage handkerchief down the aisle.

he kept a handkerchief in his pocket for unexpected moments.

she used a handkerchief to wipe the dust from the furniture.

he nervously crumpled a handkerchief in his hand.

the antique shop sold beautiful linen handkerchiefs.

she tucked a handkerchief into her sleeve for later use.

he blew his nose into a handkerchief and apologized.

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