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Doily   /dˈɔɪli/   Listen
Doily

noun
1.
A small round piece of linen placed under a dish or bowl.  Synonyms: doyley, doyly.






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"Doily" Quotes from Famous Books



... great deal—with two sons at college, And daughters just out, whose sneers make you wince, We've tasted the fruit of Society's knowledge— I don't think we've quite enjoyed anything since. All through, dear? Now, don't wipe your mouth with the doily! They're really not careful at all with their wine; It wasn't half warmed—the salad was oily— And I don't think the ...
— Point Lace and Diamonds • George A. Baker, Jr.



Words linked to "Doily" :   linen, doyly



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