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hankie Definition and Meaning in English (hankie definition)

noun
Synonyms:handkerchieftissue
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Hankie definition: An informal term for a handkerchief, which is a small square of cloth or paper used for wiping the nose or eyes.

Definitions of Hankie

  1. 1noun(informal)

    An informal term for a handkerchief, which is a small square of cloth or paper used for wiping the nose or eyes.

Example Sentences

casual

“She quickly dabbed her eyes with a small hankie.”

casual

“He always carries a clean hankie in his pocket.”

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nounhandkerchief

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Hankie definition: An informal term for a handkerchief, which is a small square of cloth or paper used for wiping the nose or eyes.
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'Hankie' translates to 'hankie' in English. Hankie definition: An informal term for a handkerchief, which is a small square of cloth or paper used for wiping the nose or eyes.
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