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Papyrus

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

Definition

a tall aquatic plant native to the Nile valley, used in ancient times to make a material similar to paper

Synonyms & similar words

paperplant egyptianpaperrush paperrush cyperuspapyrus egyptianpaperreed reeds stalks rush bulrush cane cattail sedge

Example sentences

  1. The papyrus plant grows near the riverbanks.
  2. The ancient Egyptians used papyrus to write on.
  3. I made a drawing on a papyrus scroll.
  4. The papyrus reeds rustled in the wind.
  5. Papyrus was an important material in ancient times.

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  • In the golden age of papyrus...
  • The papyrus is a symbol of antiquity.
  • The ancient Egyptians cherished their papyrus scrolls.

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