writing paper

/ˌraɪdɪŋ ˈpeɪpər/

Other forms: writing papers

Definitions of writing paper

1. noun

   paper material made into thin sheets that are sized to take ink; used for writing correspondence and manuscripts
   types:

   letter paper, stationery

   paper cut to an appropriate size for writing letters; usually with matching envelopes

   notepaper

   writing paper intended for writing short notes or letters

   rag paper

   paper made partly or wholly from rags

   bond, bond paper

   a superior quality of strong durable white writing paper; originally made for printing documents

   ledger paper

   a durable writing paper used in record books and business ledgers

   laid paper

   writing paper having a watermark of fine lines running across the grain

   wove paper

   writing paper having a very faint mesh pattern

   letter paper

   writing paper for use in writing correspondence

   ola, olla

   leaf or strip from a leaf of the talipot palm used in India for writing paper

   typewriter paper, typing paper

   writing paper suitable for use in a typewriter

   vellum

   a heavy creamy-colored paper resembling parchment

   letterhead

   a sheet of stationery with name and address of the organization printed at the top

   Post-It

   brand name for a slip of notepaper that has an adhesive that allows it to stick to a surface and be removed without damaging the surface

   flimsy, onionskin

   a thin strong lightweight translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies

   type of:

   paper

   a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses