paperhanger

/ˌpeɪpərˈhæŋər/
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Other forms: paperhangers

Definitions of paperhanger
  1. noun
    one whose occupation is decorating walls with wallpaper
    synonyms: paperer
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    type of:
    artificer, artisan, craftsman, journeyman
    a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft
  2. noun
    someone who passes bad checks or counterfeit paper money
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    type of:
    counterfeiter, forger
    someone who makes copies illegally
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