tablecloth
Americannoun
plural
tableclothsnoun
Etymology
Origin of tablecloth
late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; table, cloth
Example Sentences
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Arscott said the couple would see work created by the year-long programme, including a collaborative tablecloth made from materials gathered over months of sessions.
From BBC
"Don't sit at home," said the entrepreneur, surrounded by embroidered dresses, scarves and tablecloths.
From Barron's
“Dark restaurants, candlelight, tablecloth restaurants, Sinatra music, that whole vibe of the ‘Italian restaurant’ lends itself well to romance, and spaghetti and meatballs just happen to be the most iconic ‘Italian’ dish.”
From Salon
It shows up across the echelons of dining, from white tablecloths to vinyl booths.
From Salon
He tried to scramble up to join the chase, but only succeeded in pulling the tablecloth down onto himself.
From Literature
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