parchment paper
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of parchment paper
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Claire Trageser: Linda pulls the folder out and the first thing she notices is the swirling cursive on parchment paper.
From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2023
They blended natural gum with crushed seashells and sand and applied this paste to parchment paper.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 28, 2023
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and chill in fridge.
From Salon • Aug. 19, 2023
Let the shallots cool, then wrap tightly in a small piece of parchment paper or wax paper.
From Washington Times • May 24, 2023
Mother has given me some ink and parchment paper.
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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