Aug 10, 2012 · 1 While the words 'tissue' and 'napkin' aren't exclusive, in that 'tissue' refers to the quality of the paper whereas 'napkin' refers to the purpose, in coloquial conversation a 'tissue' …

Feb 3, 2015 · Napkin is the correct term: what about that waiter who carries a napkin draped over one arm? In part, it’s practicality. It’s readily available to mop up any accidental spills or other …

Does the word, “napkin” have any specific metaphoric or symbolic meaning other than “a small square piece of cloth or paper, used while you are eating to protect your clothes or to clean …

Simple? Please include an example phrase where the term would be used. "Back-of-the-envelope" is a perfectly good expression. The reason I wouldn't use it in a peer-reviewed …

Sep 30, 2019 · Having traveled extensively in England in the 70s and early 80s, I became aware of U and Non-U as a copy of the book was typically in the WC of a private house for ready …

Aug 28, 2016 · Is there one word (or phrase) to describe all forms of disposable cutlery etc, such as paper cups, paper napkins, paper/plastic spoons and forks, plates, etc. ? I thought of …

Jun 8, 2011 · Unfortunately, I don't know the local/national conventions (for business cards, letterhead, correspondence, scrawling your number on a napkin at a bar, etc.) in any country …

Feb 24, 2016 · I’m looking for a term to cover the kinds of things that we frequently buy at the grocery store but that are not actually groceries. The term needs to include things like: toilet …

Dec 22, 2024 · Today I had a session with my Japanese language partner and she told me this: After buying the present for my father's birthday, we dropped by at the bakery to buy cake. I …

Dec 7, 2010 · Cutlery has two definitions: 1. cutting/edged implements used for serving or eating food; 2. eating utensils in general. Without further context, an American is likely to assume the …