noun
- a small square piece of cloth or paper used for wiping the nose or eyes
- a small decorative cloth worn in a pocket or around the neck
Examples
- She pulled out a handkerchief to wipe her tears.
- He always carries a clean handkerchief in his pocket.
- The gentleman offered his handkerchief to the crying child.
- She folded the silk handkerchief neatly in her purse.
- His suit jacket had a white handkerchief in the breast pocket.
- The old man used his handkerchief to clean his glasses.