wrapping paper

American  

noun

1. heavy paper used for wrapping packages, parcels, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of wrapping paper

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

The wrapping paper had been torn open and carelessly retied, but even through the disarray I could spot Nollie’s loving touch.

From Literature

Sheets of wrapping paper have been replaced in the basket by rolls of wrapping paper, which are more common in shops.

From BBC

I tear the wrapping paper off my present, hoping whatever’s inside will prove how well Dad knows me, how proud he is of me, something.

From Literature

We burn the paper in a screened enclosure and it is fairly efficient, but it’s impossible to get all the food particles off wrapping paper, so when it’s burned the food particles burn with it.

From Literature

She rifled through a bin full of tall rolls that reminded Danny of wrapping paper.

From Literature