kraft

[ kraft, krahft ]

noun

1. a strong, usually brown paper processed from wood pulp, used chiefly for bags and as wrapping paper.

kraft

/ krɑːft /

noun

1. strong wrapping paper, made from pulp processed with a sulphate solution

Word History and Origins

Origin of kraft¹

1905–10; < German: literally, strength

Word History and Origins

Origin of kraft¹

from German: force

Example Sentences

He handed me a brown paper bag — mind you, just a regular lunch-size kraft paper bag that was still flat and folded — and in all seriousness said, “Just in case you need it.”

From Los Angeles Times

Grid transformers are filled with copper windings, other metallic components, and cellulose-based electrical insulation like kraft paper.

From Science Daily

The company said that Tacoma’s kraft and liner capacity would be moved to other facilities, while approximately 60,000 annual tons of pulp production would be lost.

From Seattle Times

He invested in kraft vats, and when corrugating technology reached in America, he invested in that too, allowing him to produce bigger, stronger boxes capable of carrying heavier cargo, like sugar and coffee beans.

From New York Times

If you have extra yard waste, make sure to indicate your bag contains extra yard waste or use a kraft paper bag.

From Seattle Times