serviette
|ser-vi-ette|
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🇺🇸
/ˌsɜːrviˈɛt/
🇬🇧
/ˌsɜːviˈɛt/
napkin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'serviette' originates from French, specifically the word 'serviette,' where 'servir' meant 'to serve.'
Historical Evolution
'serviette' was borrowed directly from French into English, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small towel or napkin,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a piece of cloth or paper used at a meal to wipe the fingers or lips and to protect garments, also known as a napkin.
She placed a serviette on her lap before starting her meal.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42