toilet paper

noun

: a thin sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for use in drying or cleaning oneself after defecation and urination

Examples of toilet paper in a Sentence

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There was no toilet paper in the employees’ restroom, another repeat violation. Sacbee.com, 14 Nov. 2025 Harrison first noticed a small amount of blood on his toilet paper two years ago. Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 13 Nov. 2025 Determined to revitalize the paper, but without any financial resources to speak of, Ned invites the paper’s staff, plus any interested parties from the toilet paper company, to serve as volunteer writers. Rudie Obias, HollywoodReporter, 10 Nov. 2025 Designate one shelf for bedding, another for towels, and add decorative baskets to hold additional toiletries or toilet paper. Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toilet paper

Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toilet paper was in 1877

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“Toilet paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toilet%20paper. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.

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toilet paper

noun
: a thin soft sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for bathroom use

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