"Het servet" refers to a small piece of cloth or paper used at the dining table to wipe the mouth and hands while eating. It is an essential item in horeca settings to maintain cleanliness and etiquette during meals.
The term "het servet" comes from the French word 'serviette,' which originally meant 'little towel.' It was adopted into Dutch with the same meaning, highlighting its function as a napkin for serving and cleaning during meals.
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the napkin