napkin
['næpkin]
n. 巾, 巾纸, 尿布

1. He has much learning, but he hides it in a napkin.
   识渊博，把挥。
2. He is a lazy devil and keeps his talent in a napkin, with his ability and a little energy he could set the Thames on fire.
   懒鬼，把资埋。挥干，再点干劲，干番惊动。

napkin
[ noun ]

1. a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing

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2. garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement

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Napkin \Nap"kin\, n. [Dim. of OF. nape a tablecloth, cloth, F.
nappe, L. mappa. See {Napery}.]
1. A little towel, made of cloth or paper, esp. one for
wiping the fingers and mouth at table.

2. A handkerchief. [Obs.] --Shak.

{Napkin pattern}. See {Linen scroll}, under {Linen}. --
{Napkin ring}, a ring of metal, ivory, or other material,
used to inclose a table napkin.

{paper napkin}, a napkin made of paper, intended to be
disposed of after use.
[1913 Webster +PJC]