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toilet paper

noun

: a thin sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for use in drying or cleaning oneself after defecation and urination

Examples of toilet paper in a Sentence

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Leaving an almost empty roll of toilet paper with no replacement in sight is certain to cause issues. Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2025 The toilet paper dispenser was completely empty inside the men’s restroom. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 21 Nov. 2025 Others debated the strategic fit of a toilet paper company getting into healthcare. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 17 Nov. 2025 Harrison first noticed a small amount of blood on his toilet paper two years ago. Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 13 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toilet paper

Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toilet paper was in 1877

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“Toilet paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toilet%20paper. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.

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toilet paper

noun
: a thin soft sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for bathroom use

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