A handkerchief , also called a handkercher or hanky , is a form of a kerchief , typically a hemmed square of thin fabric that can be carried in the pocket or purse , and which is intended for personal hygiene purposes such as wiping one 's hands or face , or blowing one 's nose .
A handkerchief , also called a handkercher or hanky , is a form of a kerchief , usually made of thin fabric that can be carried in the pocket or purse . It was invented for personal hygiene purposes such as wiping one 's hands or face , or blowing one 's nose .