雑巾

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Written 雑巾 and read ぞうきん, it is a reusable cloth used wet to wipe dirt from floors, furniture, and other surfaces.
• Basic usage: It cleans grime from a desk and is washed and hung to dry after use.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Cleaning rag rather than personal towel
  • Its designated purpose is dirty-surface cleaning, not drying the body or dishes.