Synonyms of handkerchiefs

handkerchiefs

noun

variants also handkerchieves

plural of handkerchief

1

as in bandanas

a scarf worn on the head

tied a handkerchief around her head and set about cleaning out the dust-covered attic

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bandanas
• bandannas
• kerchiefs
• mantillas
• babushkas
• kerchieves
• shawls
• do-rags
• madrases
• hankies

2

as in towels

a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes

usually dries her hands on her handkerchief when there are no towels available

Synonyms & Similar Words

• towels
• napkins
• hankies
• kerchiefs
• kerchieves
• tissues
• bandanas
• serviettes
• bandannas

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of handkerchiefs

In addition to acting and directing, Hanks also had a line of stylish handkerchiefs, but the business shut down in December 2022. —John Russell, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024