stationery

[ stey-shuh-ner-ee ]

noun

1. writing paper.
2. writing materials, as pens, pencils, paper, and envelopes.

stationery

/ ˈsteɪʃənərɪ /

noun

1. any writing materials, such as paper, envelopes, pens, ink, rulers, etc

Usage

See stationary

Word History and Origins

Origin of stationery¹

First recorded in 1670–80; stationer + -y ³

Example Sentences

Opened in February, the Century City Pop Mart is a maximalist shrine of whimsical characters such as Skull Panda and Dimoo and their many, many related products: vinyl plush dolls in all sizes, action figures, keychains, stationery, purses and tote bags, cups, hair clips, smartphone and earphone cases, lamps and night lights.

From Los Angeles Times

"I need to pick up food, books, stationery, pens, pencils... clothes in general and bags", she said.

From BBC

Edinburgh’s proposed cuts include introducing strict caps on how much schools can spend on printing, copying and stationery; reducing the number of staff responsible for monitoring and improving the quality of education; and slashing the budget available for school transport for pupils with additional needs.

From BBC

MSPs are allowed to spend up to £5,500 a year on postage and stationery as part of parliamentary resources.

From BBC

Cary points to Martha Stewart’s championing of letterpress stationery as part of the reason why a revival came around in the early aughts.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• letterhead