"cloth diaper" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: cloth diapers [plural], cloth nappy [alternative, Commonwealth, UK]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} cloth diaper (plural cloth diapers)
  1. (chiefly Canada, US) A reusable diaper made of thick, durable cloth materials. Tags: Canada, US Synonyms: washable diaper, fluff [slang] Hyponyms: all-in-one diaper, all-in-two diaper, fitted diaper, flat diaper, hybrid diaper, MCN, one-size diaper, pocket diaper, terry nappy Related terms: diaper service

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