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Definition of serviette

serviette

/ˌsɜːr.viˈɛt/
ser · vi · ette
Plural:serviettes
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serviette Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

British A table napkin, especially one made of paper, used for wiping the mouth and fingers while eating.

Example

"The waiter brought a stack of paper serviettes along with the cutlery."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

In British, Canadian, and Australian English, 'serviette' commonly refers to a paper napkin, whereas 'napkin' is often preferred for cloth or in more formal settings (historically considered a class indicator in the UK); in American English, 'napkin' is standard for both.

• Rhymes for serviette

• Nearby Words

serviceman
servicer
servicewoman
serviette
servile
serving
servitude

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French 'serviete', a diminutive formed from the verb 'servir' (to serve), ultimately from Latin 'servire'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Serviette. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/serviette
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