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hankie

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han·kie also han·ky  (hngk)
n. pl. han·kies Informal
A handkerchief.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.hankiehankie - a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
handkerchief, hankey, hanky
bandana, bandanna - large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
piece of cloth, piece of material - a separate part consisting of fabric
pocket-handkerchief - a handkerchief that is carried in a pocket
Translations
hankie, hanky [ˈhӕŋki]
short for handkerchief.


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