often attributive
: a strong paper or cardboard made from wood pulp produced from wood chips boiled in an alkaline solution containing sodium sulfate

Examples of kraft in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The bags themselves are made with kraft paper designed to extend the shelflife of bread, and the coated PE film helps prevent leakage. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2024 Price at the time of publish: From $5 DIY Crew Kraft Paper Roll A roll of brown kraft paper can go a long way. Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2023 Draw shapes onto kraft chipboard and use a crafts knife to cut them out. Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023 For the holly ornament, download the template (link below) and use it to cut eight holly leaves from gold-leafed kraft paper. Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023 See all Example Sentences for kraft 

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Word History

Etymology

German, literally, strength, from Old High German — more at craft

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kraft was in 1906

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Cite this Entry

“Kraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kraft. Accessed 7 Oct. 2024.

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