silver paper

noun

British.

1. silver foil.

2. tinfoil.

Word History and Origins

Origin of silver paper¹

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

Location filming was introduced, more pets appeared, and appeals were launched to collect old toys and silver paper for good causes.

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The image, taken from a Christmas advert filmed in August, show showed red, green and silver paper hats burning in a fireplace.

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THE FACTS: The image shows red, green and silver paper hats — traditionally worn at British Christmas dinners — burning in a fireplace.

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Strings of twinkling Christmas lights hung from the ceiling between the stars he'd helped to cut out from silver paper.

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With a growing grin, Odunze admired his handiwork — a box neatly wrapped with silver paper … and no noticeable tape.

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