writing paper

noun

1. paper on which to write.
2. stationery; notepaper.

writing paper

noun

1. paper sized to take writing ink and used for letters and other manuscripts

Word History and Origins

Origin of writing paper¹

First recorded in 1540–50

Example Sentences

Commissary's inkstand was a coffee-cup without an handle, and his book of entries a quire of dirty writing-paper.

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He denied himself all but bare necessities and cigars, even the two small luxuries he valued—scent and good writing paper.

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Insulate the winding from the core and the different layers from each other with a good quality of thin writing paper.

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Writing-paper is inscribed with a deep band, also visiting cards.

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A piece of clean writing-paper to place at times under the hand to prevent finger-marks may be found useful.

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