paperboard

[ pey-per-bawrd, -bohrd ]

noun

1. a thick, stiff cardboard composed of layers of paper or paper pulp compressed together.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or made of paperboard.

paperboard

/ ˈpeɪpəˌbɔːd /

noun

1. 1. a thick cardboard made of compressed layers of paper pulp; pasteboard
   2. ( as modifier )

      a paperboard box

Word History and Origins

Origin of paperboard¹

First recorded in 1540–50; paper + board

Example Sentences

Many are working to convert sidestreams from the forestry industry into new materials like bioplastics, paperboard and textiles.

From Time

To create a Cuble, kids pop out shapes from paperboard and follow color-coded instructional tabs.

From Time

Zumbiel Packaging A Kentucky-based manufacturer of paperboard packaging for consumer goods.

From The Daily Beast

Zumbiel Packaging Kentucky-based manufacturer of paperboard packaging for consumer goods.

From The Daily Beast