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    Wallpaper

    /ˈwɔːlˌpeɪpər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A printed paper used to cover and decorate the interior walls of homes, offices, and other buildings.
    She chose a floral wallpaper to brighten up her living room.
    The design or pattern printed on such paper.
    The wallpaper in the bedroom features a delicate damask pattern.
    A background picture or design on a computer screen.
    He changed his desktop wallpaper to a scenic landscape.
    verb
    To cover a wall with wallpaper.
    We decided to wallpaper the dining room with a bold print.

    Etymology

    From the combination of 'wall' and 'paper'; first known use in the 16th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    peel back the wallpaper:
    To reveal something hidden underneath.
    wallpaper the room:
    To cover the walls of a room with wallpaper.

    Related Words

    decoration
    The act or process of making something look more attractive by adding items.
    interior design
    The art and science of enhancing the interior of a space.

    Slang Meanings

    To cover up or hide something.
    He just wallpapered over the issues instead of addressing them.
    In tech, a decorative layer covering an interface.
    That app feels great, but it’s too much wallpaper for my needs.