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parchment paper

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noun

parchment papers plural
  1. a waterproof and grease-resistant paper produced by treating ordinary paper with concentrated sulfuric acid.


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Etymology

Origin of parchment paper

First recorded in 1855–60

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Cut your sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and spread them evenly on a large sheet pan covered in parchment paper.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024

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

Let the shallots cool, then wrap tightly in a small piece of parchment paper or wax paper.

From Washington Times • May 24, 2023

They toted baskets full of tiny lanterns, slips of parchment paper, and brass styluses.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

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