printing paper

American  

noun

Photography.

1. sensitized paper for printing positives.

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Etymology

Origin of printing paper

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

Silicon dioxide is found in paints and printing paper, for example, and is also used as a food additive.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2024

Use regular printing paper for the gift wrap, said Ms. Madfis, and card stock for the rest.

From New York Times • Apr. 30, 2021

At best, I completed simple administrative tasks, such as printing paper and hoarding Post-its, with mild competence.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 2014

Winners cash out by printing paper slips and trading them in with the shop attendant.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2013

Bagasse, or crushed cane, can be turned into manure by being thrown into hog-pens, as at Rio Grande, N.J., or it will make a fair quality of printing paper.

From The Prairie Farmer, Vol. 56, No. 2, January 12, 1884 A Weekly Journal for the Farm, Orchard and Fireside by Various