greaseproof paper

noun

grease·​proof paper ˈgrēs-ˈprüf- How to pronounce greaseproof paper (audio)
British
: a heavy stiff waxed paper

called also grease*proof\ ˈgrēs-​ˈprüf How to pronounce greaseproof paper (audio) \

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of greaseproof paper was in 1900

Dictionary Entries Near greaseproof paper

Cite this Entry

“Greaseproof paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greaseproof%20paper. Accessed 23 Mar. 2023.

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