Synonyms of handkerchiefs

handkerchiefs

noun

variants also handkerchieves

plural of handkerchief

1

as in bandanas

a scarf worn on the head

tied a handkerchief around her head and set about cleaning out the dust-covered attic

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bandanas
• bandannas
• kerchiefs
• mantillas
• babushkas
• kerchieves
• shawls
• do-rags
• madrases
• hankies

2

as in towels

a small, often square piece of material that is used for personal hygiene purposes

usually dries her hands on her handkerchief when there are no towels available

Synonyms & Similar Words

• towels
• napkins
• hankies
• kerchiefs
• kerchieves
• tissues
• bandanas
• serviettes
• bandannas

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of handkerchiefs

By 1843, veterans regularly received navy blue jackets, pairs of cotton and linen trousers, flannel drawers and shirts, socks, pairs of shoes, white and checked cotton shirts, silk and cotton handkerchiefs, and hats. — Made By History, TIME, 20 Mar. 2025

Yardley wasted no time in searching the purse but found nothing except $15, a key and two or three handkerchiefs. —Peter Zablocki, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Feb. 2025

In addition to acting and directing, Hanks also had a line of stylish handkerchiefs, but the business shut down in December 2022. —John Russell, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024