Meaning & Definition
noun
One side of a sheet of paper in a collection of sheets bound together, or one side of a computer screen or a website.
Please turn to page 45 of the book.
A section of a book or document that is numbered or otherwise designated.
The author cited a specific page in the research paper.
A young person who acts as an attendant or assistant to someone, especially in a formal setting.
The dignitary was accompanied by a page.
verb
To turn the pages of a book, document, or website.
He paged through the magazine, looking for the article.
To summon someone on a pager or similar device.
I need to page the technician for assistance.
Etymology
From Old French 'page', from Latin 'pagina' meaning 'a page or a leaf', literally 'a strip of paper or a leaf'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
turn the page:
To change one's thoughts or approach to a situation.
on the same page:
To have a shared understanding or agreement on a topic.
page-turner:
A book or story that is very interesting and engaging.
page rank:
A measure of the importance of web pages.
page break:
A point in a document where the content continues on the next page.
Slang Meanings
To flip through pages quickly.
I was paged through the magazine to find the article I liked.
To send someone a message on a pager.
I'll page you when I arrive.