oilpaper

[oil-pey-per]

noun

1. a paper made waterproof and translucent by treatment with oil.

Word History and Origins

Origin of oilpaper¹

First recorded in 1830–40; oil + paper

Example Sentences

Intricate hats cover the ladies' hair; some clutch dainty parasols and oilpaper umbrellas, or cool themselves with patterned fans.

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