Thesaurus results for TOWELS

towels

noun

plural of towel

as in napkins

a piece of cloth used for drying things She dried her hair with a towel. Here's a towel to wipe up the spill.

Related Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of towels There were no paper towels by the hand wash sink; towels were supplied. — Arkansas Online, 4 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, two sauna masters shovelled ice infused with fragrant oil onto the rocks and performed an Aufguss, a German ritual in which towels are twirled to spread scented air. — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2026 Monogrammed towels, bathrobes and slippers featuring the hotel’s initials, and mineral water in cut glass decanters lend additional touches of luxury. — Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026 One of my favorite parts of staying at a nice hotel or spa is wrapping up in one of those thick, ridiculously plush towels after a shower. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2026 From removing stubborn stains to softening scratchy towels, vinegar consistently tackles the problems that detergents and fabric softeners sometimes leave behind. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026 Transfer to a fresh container covered with wet towels and some ice, then refrigerate until ready to use. — Claire Wadsworth, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 Additionally, helmets should be removed during breaks and ice towels and spray bottles filled with ice water should be provided. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 1 Sep. 2026 Avoid using it on wool or silk; this detergent alternative works best on cotton, towels, or grubby work clothes. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 1 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for towels

handkerchiefs

Noun

Caught unprepared for chemical warfare and lacking standard-issue gas masks, Allied soldiers improvised by covering their mouths and noses with handkerchiefs or pieces of cloth drenched in water or urine.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026
Fire-resistant clothing should include sturdy shoes, long sleeves and pants, hats, handkerchiefs and high visibility goggles.

— Hali Smith August 5, Idaho Statesman, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of handkerchiefs

Browse Nearby Words

towelettes

towels

tower

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Towels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/towels. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of towels

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

matriculate

Popular in Grammar & Usage

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

A List of Most Commonly Confused Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

Popular in Wordplay

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Sept. 4

Popular

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Games & Quizzes