Definition of papier-mâché
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a light strong molding material of wastepaper pulped with glue and other additives
papier-mâché
adjectiveDefinition of papier-mâché (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: formed of papier-mâché
2
: unreal, artificial
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The first known use of papier-mâché was in 1753
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