wood pulp

noun

: pulp from wood used in making cellulose derivatives (such as paper or rayon)

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Giant relics that once turned wood pulp into pages of different colors. John Lauritsen, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 His solution was to mix in wood pulp for a durable form of ice. Mike McRae 16, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026 To prevent the shreds from clumping, anti-caking agents like cellulose (a plant fiber made from wood pulp) and potato starch are often added, which can steal moisture from the cheese, affecting its texture. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026 Naia is Eastman’s brand of cellulosic fiber and yarn made primarily from wood pulp. Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wood pulp

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wood pulp was in 1854

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“Wood pulp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wood%20pulp. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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