Facecloth

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Facecloth

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

FAYSS-kloth  /ˈfeɪsklɒθ/

Definition

A small square of towelling or other absorbent material used for washing the face.

Plain meaning

A small soft cloth for washing your face — what Americans call a washcloth.

Register

British English, everyday and domestic. Notably the American equivalent is washcloth.