building paper

American  

noun

1. heavy paper used especially in the construction of frame buildings to block drafts, for insulation, etc.

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building paper British  

noun

1. any of various types of heavy-duty paper that usually consist of bitumen reinforced with fibre sandwiched between two sheets of kraft paper: used in damp-proofing or as insulation between the soil and a road surface

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Etymology

Origin of building paper

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

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building paper

The frame was light, and the cabin was built with double boards, with building paper between, to keep out the cold wintry winds.

From The River Prophet by Coleman, Ralph P. (Ralph Pallen)

Over the building paper tight, well matched siding should be laid also inside and out.

From Apple Growing by Burritt, M. C.

The framework was of logs or poles which had been partly boarded over; and above the boards and where they were lacking, black building paper had been nailed, secured by big tin discs.

From The Indian Drum by Balmer, Edwin

Build a frame, then fit them in, standing them on end, and line with building paper, and perhaps boards.

From Buffalo Roost by Cheley, F. H.

It burned steadily, disclosing a little, low room, papered with heavy building paper.

From The Bail Jumper by Stead, Robert J. C.