tissue paper

American  

noun

1. a very thin, almost transparent paper used for wrapping delicate articles, covering illustrations in books, copying letters, etc.

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tissue paper British  

noun

1. very thin soft delicate paper used to wrap breakable goods, as decoration, etc

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Etymology

Origin of tissue paper

First recorded in 1770–80

Example Sentences

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tissue paper

He knows politicians use him "like tissue paper", but is still grateful for the cash.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

"A further 300 live ants were recovered concealed in three rolls of tissue paper within the luggage," he added.

From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026

Most of it is made from paper and disposable plastic and biodegradable this and that, so we’ll just start using paper towels and tissue paper and spray everything down with Clorox.

From Salon ● Apr. 29, 2025

So expect prices to rise for books, magazines, newspapers, pamphlets, envelopes, wallpaper, paper packaging for food and gifts, lumber for construction, toilet paper, tissue paper, and more.

From Slate ● Mar. 5, 2025

Her skin was like crinkled tissue paper; her eyes sunken and dark as well water.

From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord