Washrag, a cloth used for washing and cleaning, can be referred to by several other names. Some common synonyms are washcloth, facecloth, flannel, hand towel, and dishcloth. The term washcloth is widely used throughout the United States and the United Kingdom while facecloth is more commonly used in the UK. Flannel, a soft woven fabric, is often used as a washcloth in the UK, Canada, and Australia. Hand towel, usually larger in size, can also be used to wash up. Dishcloth, a cloth used to clean dishes and surfaces, is a common term in the UK and the US. Regardless of the term used, each synonym refers to a cloth used for washing and cleaning purposes.