Definitions

1. noun

a square or rectangular piece of cloth used for drying dishes, especially after washing

“She hung the dishtowel over the towel rack to dry.”

2. noun

a decorative or embroidered cloth used as a tablecloth or wall hanging

“The dishtowel was a beautiful, handmade piece of art.”

3. noun

a towel used to clean or wipe up a spill

“She grabbed a dishtowel to clean up the spill on the floor.”