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Papers

Verb / ˈpeɪpɜ:z / Another word for papers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

thin sheets of material made from wood pulp or other fibrous substances used for writing, printing, or drawing on

Synonyms & similar words

newspaperpublisher wallpaper paper document composition report writtendocument newspaper theme documents forms records reports sheets writing diaries journals manuscripts notes parchments scrolls stationery texts transcripts vouchers writings memorandums memos

Synonyms by register

Formal

documents manuscripts publications writings

Informal

stuff things docs notes

Literary

parchments scrolls folios

Antonyms

digital electronic online virtual unwritten

Common collocations

  • research papers
  • academic papers
  • scientific papers
  • legal papers
  • important papers
  • file papers
  • submit papers
  • publish papers

Word family

noun paper
verb paper
adjective papery

Usage note

The word 'papers' can refer to documents, but also to academic articles or even a person's identification documents. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I have to write a paper about my summer vacation.
  2. Can you hand me those papers on the table?
  3. I need to file some papers in my office.
  4. The teacher gave us a bunch of papers to read and study.
  5. The important papers were kept in a locked safe.

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