Stationery

/ˈsteɪʃəˌnɛri/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Writing materials and office supplies, including paper, envelopes, pens, and other items used for correspondence and record-keeping.
She bought some new stationery to use for her thank-you notes.
Material used for writing or printing, especially paper.
The company ordered custom stationery featuring their logo.
Items used for writing or drawing, which may include notebooks, pencils, and other similar supplies.
He organized his desk with various types of stationery for his art projects.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'staciounerye', from Latin 'stationarius', meaning 'standing' or 'pertaining to a station or place'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stationery store
A retail establishment that sells paper, envelopes, and other writing materials.
stationery set
A collection of writing materials, typically including paper and envelopes.
personal stationery
Customized paper and envelopes used for personal correspondence.

Related Words

paper
A material used for writing, printing, or drawing.
envelope
A flat, usually rectangular or square paper container used to enclose a letter.
notebook
A book of blank pages for writing notes.

Slang Meanings

Smooth and polished writing materials.
That pen writes like it's on premium stationery!
Fancy or personalized papers.
She loves using her monogrammed stationery for invitations.