noun
compressed towel; compress towel
A small, tightly compressed towel that expands when water is added; often used for travel, outdoor activities, or as a novelty item. The term is a wasei-eigo construction from 'press' and 'towel'.
See also: 圧縮タオル
旅行にプレスタオルを持っていくと便利だ。
It's convenient to bring a compressed towel when traveling.
水に浸すとプレスタオルが広がる。
The compressed towel expands when soaked in water.