silk paper

American  

noun

1. paper that contains silk fibers and is sometimes used for printing postage stamps and revenue stamps.

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Etymology

Origin of silk paper

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

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silk paper

Watch a team of conservators pack up a '50s couture gown — with silk paper and the utmost care.

From New York Times ● Sep. 18, 2017

The Parisian artist Alix Aymé had little interest in keeping meticulous records for her paintings on canvas, silk, paper, lacquer and glass.

From New York Times ● Dec. 17, 2015

Between helpings the women sat back, waving fans made out of silk, paper, sandalwood, and pandanus fronds.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston

The department exports wine, cattle, lime, mineral waters, silk, paper, &c.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" by Various

SW. of Birmingham; has been since 1735 noted for its carpets; manufactures also silk, paper, and leather; was the scene of Richard Baxter's labours as vicar, and the birthplace of Sir Rowland Hill.

From The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge by Nuttall, P. Austin