notepaper

American  

[noht-pey-per] / ˈnoʊtˌpeɪ pər /

noun

1. writing paper, especially that used in writing notes or personal correspondence and usually less than 8½ × 11 inches (21.6 × 27.9 centimeters) in size.

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notepaper British  

/ ˈnəʊtˌpeɪpə /

noun

1. paper for writing letters; writing paper

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Etymology

Origin of notepaper

First recorded in 1840–50; note + paper

Example Sentences

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notepaper

The next day, contrite, he wrote a letter on House of Commons notepaper to Mr. Johnson, offering his resignation as deputy whip.

From New York Times ● Jul. 5, 2022

The letters on Commons notepaper were addressed to senior judges.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2021

In felt-tip pens, in pencil and ballpoint on notepaper, she articulated her desires on the backs of envelopes, holiday greetings or magazine subscription blow-in cards.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2020

Handwritten in cursive on flowery notepaper, it said: “Courage is fear that has said its prayers.”

From Washington Post ● Jul. 31, 2020

“It is Lady Constance’s notepaper, in any case, which I ought not to waste on letters not meant for sending. If it were mine, it would have an L for ‘Lumley,’ right here....”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood