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

Relying on your Excellency’s generosity, the Author presents this pamphlet to the President of the United States, Stamford, CT; May 15, 1826. —Regina E. Mason, The Atlantic, 7 Mar. 2026

Campaign volunteers passed out pamphlets with information about Measure V and buttons and yard signs showing support. —Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026

Prosecutors walked her through several photos of one such meeting, which showed tables filled with pamphlets and stickers, pamphlets on chairs, and people sitting in a circle talking. —Kelsy Mittauer, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026

Della Sapp, wearing a t-shirt in support of Jasmine Crockett, was handing out flyers and pamphlets to voters on their way into the building. —From Staff Reports, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026

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