show-through

[ shoh-throo ]

noun

1. the visibility through paper of what is printed on the other side.
2. a measure of the opacity of a paper.

Word History and Origins

Origin of show-through¹

Noun use of verb phrase show through

Example Sentences

“We have made every effort to make this the best book possible. Our paper is opaque, with minimal show-through; it will not discolor or become brittle with age. Pages are sewn in signatures, in the method traditionally used for the best books, and will not drop out, as often happens with paperbacks held together with glue. Books open flat for easy reference. The binding will not crack or split. This is a permanent book.”

From New York Times