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slip-sheet

verb \ ˈslip-ˌshēt \

Definition of slip-sheet

slip-sheeted; slip-sheeting; slip-sheets
transitive verb
: to insert slip sheets between (newly printed sheets)

First Known Use of slip-sheet

circa 1909

in the meaning defined above

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slip sheet

noun

Definition of slip sheet

: a sheet of paper placed between newly printed sheets to prevent offsetting

Origin and Etymology of slip sheet

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