paper

[ˈpeɪpər]

paper Definition

• 1. material manufactured in thin sheets from the pulp of wood or other fibrous substances, used for writing, drawing, or printing on, or as wrapping material
• 2. a newspaper or periodical
• 3. a written or printed document or letter

Using paper: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She wrote her phone number on a piece of paper.

• Example

  The report was printed on recycled paper.

• Example

  He works for the local paper.

• Example

  I need to file these papers by tomorrow.

paper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for paper

• document
• sheet
• stationery
• newsprint
• writing paper

Antonyms for paper

• digital
• electronic

Phrases with paper

• put pen to paper

  to start writing something

  Example

  After hours of brainstorming, she finally put pen to paper and started writing her novel.

• on paper

  in theory rather than reality

  Example

  On paper, the plan looked great, but in practice, it was a disaster.

• paper tiger

  something that appears threatening but is actually weak or ineffective

  Example

  The new boss talked tough, but turned out to be a paper tiger when it came to making decisions.

Origins of paper

from Latin 'papyrus', from Greek 'papuros', a reed used to make paper

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Summary: paper in Brief

The term 'paper' [ˈpeɪpər] refers to a thin material made from wood pulp or other fibers, used for writing, printing, or wrapping. It can also refer to newspapers, documents, or letters. Phrases like 'put pen to paper' mean to start writing, while 'on paper' means in theory rather than reality. 'Paper tiger' refers to something that appears threatening but is actually weak or ineffective.