The tablecloth
Example: The tablecloth covers the table during dinner time
Definition
"The tablecloth" is a piece of fabric or material spread over a table, usually to protect its surface and enhance its appearance during meals or gatherings.
Etymology
The word "tablecloth" is a compound of "table" and "cloth." "Table" comes from the Latin 'tabula,' meaning a flat board or plank, while "cloth" originates from Old English 'clāth,' meaning a piece of fabric. Together, they describe a cloth used on tables.
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"The tablecloth" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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