Handkerchief and Neckerchief

Handkerchief

Handkerchief noun - A scarf worn on the head.
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Synonyms for Handkerchief

Neckerchief is a synonym for handkerchief in hankie topic. In some cases you can use "Neckerchief" instead a noun "Handkerchief", when it comes to topics like personal cloth.

Neckerchief

Neckerchief noun - A kerchief worn around the neck.
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Synonyms for Neckerchief

Handkerchief is a synonym for neckerchief in hankie topic. You can use "Handkerchief" instead a noun "Neckerchief", if it concerns topics such as kerchief for neck.
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