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doily

noun doi·ly \ˈdȯi-lē\

: a usually round cloth or paper that has a decorative pattern made of many small holes

plural doilies

Full Definition of DOILY

: a small napkin

: a small often decorative mat

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Doily or Doyley fl1711 London draper

First Known Use: 1711

DOILY Defined for Kids

noun doi·ly \ˈdȯi-lē\

plural doilies

: a small often lacy cloth or paper used to protect the surface of furniture

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