paper towel

noun

: a sheet of soft and thick paper that can soak up liquid and that is used for drying hands, cleaning up spills, etc.
a roll of paper towels

Examples of paper towel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Using a damp paper towel, wipe any dirt from the surface of the radishes. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2025 Dobrev had to drape a paper towel across her forehead to preserve her makeup. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 20 Feb. 2025 Peeling garlic can be messy, so use a plate or paper towel to catch all the pieces and make cleanup a breeze. Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025 Alternatively, conduct a germination test by placing five or ten seeds on a moist paper towel in a zip top baggie. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for paper towel

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Paper towel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paper%20towel. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!