How did a handkerchief (hanky) become the meaning of hanky-panky? - Quora

Answer (1 of 5): I’ve never been convinced by the supposed derivations of this expression. I’d speculate that it has origins in the use of handkerchiefs for sending messages. (Rather in the manner that ladies used fans.) A whole hidden ‘language’ existed for flirtation via handkerchief. (A few ex

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What is the meaning behind the act of dropping a hanky or handkerchief to show affection towards each other in old movies? - Quora

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