towelette

noun

tow·​el·​ette ˌtau̇-(ə-)ˈlet How to pronounce towelette (audio)
: a small usually premoistened piece of material used for personal cleansing (as of the hands)

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Key Ingredients: Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, willow bark extract How to Use: Swipe the step one pad across clean, dry skin using circular motions until the towelette feels dry. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024 Reduce anal irritation by using a moist towelette or wipe instead of bathroom tissue. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024 The detritus is global: a Russian pouch of dry milk, good for infants ages 6 to 12 months; a Chinese towelette; Mexican pesos. Francine Kiefer, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Apr. 2024 Each pack comes with six towelettes that have enough self tanner for one application. Addie Morton, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for towelette 

Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of towelette was in 1902

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“Towelette.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/towelette. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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