papertowel

noun
UK /ˈpeɪpəˌtaʊəl/
US /ˈpeɪpərˌtaʊəl/

A soft sheet of paper you use to wipe things clean.

She wiped the spilled milk with a papertowel.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A disposable sheet used for drying hands in public restrooms.

He pulled a papertowel from the dispenser to dry his hands.

3. A sheet used to soak up grease or spills while cooking.

Place the fried chicken on a papertowel to drain the oil.

4. A sheet used for cleaning windows and mirrors without streaks.

She polished the mirror with a papertowel until it shone.