wrapping paper
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of wrapping paper
First recorded in 1760–70
Example Sentences
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Her curt weekly directive was to take one from the pile and stick it in wrapping paper.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
It was outfitted with wood-paneled walls and green-and-red carpet that reminded me of Christmas wrapping paper.
From Slate ● Apr. 30, 2025
From 21:00 on Christmas Day around the country, this much-loved show, will be wrapped up amongst the wrapping paper.
From BBC ● Dec. 23, 2024
For our annual holiday wrapping paper feature, Times art directors commissioned eight L.A.-based muralists to illustrate intriguing designs, from a Dodgers tribute to sweet treats perfect for the season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 13, 2024
On the wrapping paper I made these notes.
From "My Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
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