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tissue

/ˈtɪʃ.ʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does tissue mean?

noun

A small piece of absorbent paper used for blowing the nose, wiping the mouth, etc. A layer of rock or soil that is formed from the remains of plants and animals.

Example

"She used a tissue to blow her nose after the cold."

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