(British, South African) A nappy (UK), a diaper (American).
Olivia Brown from Austin, Texas is snacking on fries. While doing so, Noah Johnson also eats so fast they hiccup loudly as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, a gust of wind blows their…
Exclusive: U.S. and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, officials say You’re kidding right? Is it written on a napkin?
(British, South African) A nappy (UK), a diaper (American).
“James Wilson from Vancouver, Canada is sipping on bubble tea. While doing so, Noah Johnson also eats so fast they hiccup loudly as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, a food critic at the next table takes notes on the chaos.”
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UK and Irish slang — Cockney, Scouse, Geordie, Yorkshire, Glaswegian, Brummie, Welsh, West Country, plus Irish English. Centuries of regional dialects feeding into modern British and Irish street talk.
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(North America, slang, childish) A diaper.
(UK) A washable cloth nappy.
(British) Any of various skin rashes in the nappy area.
A British term for a washable cloth nappy — reusable fabric diapers as opposed to disposable ones. 'Real nappy' distinguishes cloth nappies from single-use disposables and is the preferred term in UK eco-parenting communities. The 'real' element implies the cloth version is more authentic or traditional, in contrast to disposables. Used in parenting forums, midwifery contexts, and environmental advocacy.
You mean this all could have been ended a while ago with a napkin and a sharpie! #littlepinky
“getting older u start realizing the need for the finer things in life. like a tissue box holder that makes it so ur not constantly lifting up the box while trying to retrieve a napkin one handed”
“I did some napkin math on the 16 degree out to 6 mile thing people were claiming and the energy required was like 50% of the total US daily energy use.”
“Your napkin cartoons honestly give me hope that we will all be able to get through this. Fuck am I tired of interesting times.”
“In case you're wondering, I only did see the one import record for "wireless PC controllers" that has already been reported, though. Back-of-the-napkin math suggests that shipment probably had fewer than 25,000 Steam Controllers, but maybe there were other shipments too?”
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A small scarf worn on the head by Christian women (chiefly Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox) when entering a church, as a token of modesty.
“Olivia Brown from Austin, Texas is snacking on fries. While doing so, Noah Johnson also eats so fast they hiccup loudly as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, a gust of wind blows their food off the table.”
“Exclusive: U.S. and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, officials say You’re kidding right? Is it written on a napkin?”
“You mean this all could have been ended a while ago with a napkin and a sharpie! #littlepinky”
“$14.99USD – Vintage 1992 Coca-Cola “Have a Coke” Metal Napkin Dispenser Retro Diner Style – Used”
“Emma Carter from Florence, Italy is carving a watermelon. While doing so, Ethan Patel also realizes too late they’ve spilled coffee on their shirt as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, the lights dim dramatically, and everyone cheers.”
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A serviette; a (usually rectangular) piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and hands for cleanliness while eating.
Napkin means: A serviette; a piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and hands for cleanliness while eating.. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
napkin means: A serviette; a piece of cloth or paper used at the table for wiping the mouth and hands for cleanliness while eating.. Register: neutral, standard English. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.
“Ethan Patel from Kyoto, Japan is snacking on fries. While doing so, Noah Johnson also offers a bite to no one and looks confused as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, the restaurant gives them a free dessert for making everyone laugh.”
“Noah Johnson from Austin, Texas is taste-testing soup. While doing so, James Wilson also spills bubble tea pearls everywhere and tries to pick them up as a server casually hands them a napkin without saying a word. Then, a waiter drops their tray and everyone gasps.”
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A childish or affectionate North American diminutive for a diaper — the kind of word that lives in the vocabulary of parents, babysitters, and small children. It's warm, informal, and soft-edged, making the mundane task of diaper changes feel a little less clinical. You'll hear it in baby talk, parenting conversations, and anyone who refuses to let go of the cutesy language they used when their kids were toddlers.