sponge cloth

American

noun

any cloth loosely woven of coarse yarn to produce a spongy look or texture, especially one constructed in honeycomb weave.
ratiné.

sponge cloth British

noun

any of various porous fabrics, usually made in a loose honeycomb weave

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Etymology

Origin of sponge cloth

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

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Last but not least, I'll always need a paper towel or sponge cloth to dry the sink after washing.

From Salon

I like to give repeat offenders a quick wipe with a damp sponge cloth after a cooking sesh.

From Salon

The kitchen table or tailor's bench may be used for several purposes; the first of which is to place the iron, press-jack, sponge cloth, and garment while cleaning and pressing.

From Project Gutenberg

A sponge cloth is made of heavy unbleached cotton, one yard and a half long, boiled in soap and water for one hour, then rinse in clean water, thus removing the lint.

From Project Gutenberg

Place this under woolen press cloth over that part of garment to be pressed, then lay the sponge cloth on top of this, and apply the iron.

From Project Gutenberg

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