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Oct 04, 2024 - 09:18 AM
The original meaning of "napkin" comes from the Middle English word "nappekin," which is a diminutive form of the Old French "nappe," meaning a cloth or tablecloth. This, in turn, is derived from the Latin "mappa," meaning a cloth or towel. Historically, napkins were small pieces of cloth used at the dining table for wiping the mouth and hands.
