sponge cloth

American  

noun

1. any cloth loosely woven of coarse yarn to produce a spongy look or texture, especially one constructed in honeycomb weave.

2. ratiné.

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sponge cloth British  

noun

1. any of various porous fabrics, usually made in a loose honeycomb weave

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Etymology

Origin of sponge cloth

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Last but not least, I'll always need a paper towel or sponge cloth to dry the sink after washing.

From Salon

I like to give repeat offenders a quick wipe with a damp sponge cloth after a cooking sesh.

From Salon

A sponge cloth is made of heavy unbleached cotton, one yard and a half long, boiled in soap and water for one hour, then rinse in clean water, thus removing the lint.

From Project Gutenberg

Roll evenly until cloth to be shrunk is thoroughly covered, sides and ends with sponge cloth.

From Project Gutenberg

How to use the iron and sponge cloths.

From Project Gutenberg