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

In Meli Taqueria, specializing in Mexican cuisine from the state of Guerrero, co-owner Rita Martinez took several pamphlets and a yellow private sign. — Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

In a pamphlet for the ceremony, she was listed as Suri Noelle, per Page Six. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026

She’s trapped between me and the pamphlet on the counter behind her. — Literary Hub, 20 July 2026

Buses transported families, including children and teenagers, from Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, while young activists from Ben Gvir’s and Smotrich’s parties handed out campaign materials and pamphlets. — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 20 July 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