paperer

[pey-per-er]

noun

1. a paperhanger.

2. a person who lines or covers something with paper.

Word History and Origins

Origin of paperer¹

First recorded in 1835–45; paper + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Painters, gilders, carpenters, paperers, and a miscellaneous assistant staff are required to pioneer the way for the more costly work, or to make all good behind it.

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Painters and paperers and the bringing up of furniture were rare incidents in the life of a tenant and had to be endured.

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"The paperers and painters are coming into the house to-morrow morning," she said.

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But it was decided he was too costly even so, and they were going back to the company paperers—perhaps their work would stick better next time.

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I also suffered great inconvenience from the paperers and painters who came down from Dublin in large numbers and pervaded my favourite rooms.

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