Brit a small square of towelling used for washing, esp the face; = facecloth

chiefly Brit, informal talk that is intended to deceive or to disguise a lack of knowledge or understanding

chiefly Brit, informal to speak or write vacuously or flatteringly flannel, esp with intent to deceive or conceal one's ignorance

chiefly Brit, informal to make (one's way) or persuade (somebody) to one's advantage by flannelling

to clean, polish, or rub (something) using flannel

to cover, wrap, or clothe (something or somebody) in flannel