rag paper

noun

1. a high-quality paper made from cotton or linen pulp.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rag paper¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

According to an affidavit, the receipt is handwritten, in Spanish, in iron gall ink on rag paper and measures about 8.5 by six inches.

From New York Times

There, on cheap rag paper, was the story of American slavery.

From Washington Post

Because space is tight, she’s had to leave her usual rag paper — measuring nearly 2 by 3 feet — at home.

From Washington Post

He spreads his brush over the cotton rag paper in front of him and squints in the sun.

From Reuters

Her own approach is more sinuous and instinctual, taking black rag paper rather than white wall as its domain.

From Washington Post