paper

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verb

pa·peredpa·per·ing\ˈpā-p(ə-)riŋ\

Definition of PAPER

transitive verb

1

archaic : to put down or describe in writing

2

: to fold or enclose in paper

3

: to cover or line with paper; especially : to apply wallpaper to

4

: to fill by giving out free passes <paper the theater for opening night>

5

: to cover (an area) with advertising bills, circulars, or posters

intransitive verb

: to hang wallpaper

— pa·per·er \-pər-ər\ noun

First Known Use of PAPER

1594