pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: an unbound printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover

Synonyms of pamphlet

• booklet
• brochure
• leaflet
• flyer
• folder

Examples of pamphlet in a Sentence

pamphlets about common safety precautions that we all can put into use

Recent Examples on the Web

Previous editions of the dietary guidelines have grown over the years, from a 19-page pamphlet in 1980 to the 164-page document issued in 2020, which included a four-page executive summary. —Jonel Aleccia, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026

The TriFold has a 10-inch screen that folds in two places like a pamphlet, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s 8-inch screen that folds in half. —Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026

That's because professional strategists, image-makers, press aides, pamphlets, travel, air time and all the rest are expensive. —John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 4 Jan. 2026

The clip opens with Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) visiting Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) at the opening of a new debutante season, outlining her next pamphlet before Her Majesty. —Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 25 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English pamflet unbound booklet, from Pamphilus seu De Amore Pamphilus or On Love, popular Latin love poem of the 12th century

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: a short printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover