hankie

Definitions of hankie
  1. noun
    a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
    synonyms: handkerchief, hankey, hanky
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    types:
    bandana, bandanna
    large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
    pocket-handkerchief
    a handkerchief that is carried in a pocket
    type of:
    piece of cloth, piece of material
    a separate part consisting of fabric
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