tablecloth

American  

[tey-buhl-klawth, -kloth] / ˈteɪ bəlˌklɔθ, -ˌklɒθ /

noun

plural

tablecloths

1. a cloth for covering the top of a table, especially during a meal.

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tablecloth British  

/ ˈteɪbəlˌklɒθ /

noun

1. a cloth for covering the top of a table, esp during meals

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Etymology

Origin of tablecloth

late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; table, cloth

Example Sentences

Holly, 34, from Reading, hunted in charity shops and vintage fairs for foil decorations, satin baubles, tablecloths and china.

From BBC

There was a vase holding flowers at every table, along with white tablecloth.

From Los Angeles Times

Mrs. Apple was likewise wrapped in a toga, although the Swanburne emblem embroidered in the corners of the fabric suggested use as a tablecloth in the recent past.

From Literature

His mother’s complexion turned white as the linen tablecloth.

From Literature

Her first tip is to use a waterproof runner underneath your favorite tablecloth, so your table stays protected from any spills and stains.

From Salon