Meaning of the word "tea towel" in English

What does "tea towel" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tea towel

US /ˈtiː ˌtaʊəl/
UK /ˈtiː ˌtaʊəl/

Noun

a cloth for drying dishes, especially after they have been washed

Example:
Please grab a clean tea towel to dry the plates.
She embroidered a beautiful design on her new tea towel.