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    Papier (en. Paper)

    /pa.pje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A fine and generally flat material produced from wood pulp, used for writing, printing, or wrapping.
    Paper is essential in a library.
    Le papier est essentiel dans une bibliothèque.
    Written or printed documents.
    He left a paper on his desk.
    Il a laissé un papier sur son bureau.
    Cigarette paper.
    He rolled a cigarette with rolling paper.
    Il a roulé une cigarette avec du papier à rouler.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'papyrus', which refers to a plant used to make a writing medium.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put in writing
    To write or record in writing.
    mettre sur papier
    papier-mâché
    Material made from pieces of paper glued together.
    papier mâché
    letter paper
    Quality paper used for writing letters.
    papier à lettres

    Related Words

    papers
    Plural of the word paper.
    papiers
    wallpaper
    Decorative material for walls.
    papier peint
    stationery
    Store that sells paper and office supplies.
    papeterie

    Slang Meanings

    Money (implied as paper currency).
    He needs more paper for his project.
    Il a besoin de plus de papier pour son projet.
    Administrative documents.
    Necessary steps must be taken for the paperwork.
    Il faut faire le nécessaire pour les papiers.