Associations to the word «Doily»

Wiktionary

DOILY, noun. A small ornamental piece of lace or linen or paper used to protect a surface from scratches by hard objects such as vases or bowls; or to decorate a plate of food.

Dictionary definition

DOILY, noun. A small round piece of linen placed under a dish or bowl.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.