A piece of absorbent cloth or paper used for drying or wiping a body or surface. After washing his hands, he reached for a towel to dry them.
A rectangular piece of absorbent fabric used for drying the body after bathing or swimming. She wrapped a towel around her hair after stepping out of the shower.
A piece of cloth used in a kitchen for drying dishes or wiping surfaces. He hung the dish towel on the rack after drying the plates.