napkin pattern

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napkin pattern - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Napkin \Nap"kin\, n. [Dim. of OF. nape a tablecloth, cloth, F.
     nappe, L. mappa. See Napery.]
     1. A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for
        wiping the fingers and mouth at table.
        [1913 Webster]
  
     2. A handkerchief. [Obs.] --Shak.
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     Napkin pattern. See Linen scroll, under Linen. --
        Napkin ring, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material,
        used to inclose a table napkin.
  
     paper napkin, a napkin made of paper, intended to be
        disposed of after use.
        [1913 Webster +PJC]