kraft
/krɑ:ft/
Definition
Noun: 1. A type of strong, brown paper made from wood pulp treated with a sulfate solution: Kraft is a durable paper or paperboard, known for its strength and natural brown color, commonly used for packaging, bags, and wrapping.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The heavy items were packed in sturdy kraft boxes for shipping.
- She wrapped the gift in simple brown kraft paper and tied it with twine.
- The grocery store uses kraft bags for customers who prefer paper.
Advanced Usage
- "Kraft" as a modifier: The word is frequently used as an adjective to describe other nouns, specifying the type of material.
- kraft paper, kraft bag, kraft envelope, kraft linerboard
Variants and Related Words
- Kraft paper (n): The most common compound term, referring specifically to the paper product.
- Kraft paper is often used for industrial wrapping.
- Kraft process (n): The industrial chemical process (sulfate process) used to produce this type of pulp and paper.
- The kraft process is known for its efficiency and the strength of the resulting paper.
Synonyms
- Brown paper: A general term for unbleached paper, often synonymous with kraft paper in everyday use.
- Wrapping paper: A broader category that can include kraft paper.
- Sack paper: A type of strong paper, often kraft, used for making bags.
Notes on Meaning
- The term "kraft" originates from the German and Swedish word for "strength," which reflects the primary characteristic of this material.
- It is distinct from bleached or weaker papers. Its natural strength makes it suitable for packaging that requires durability.
- While often brown, kraft paper can also be bleached to a lighter color.
Noun
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strong wrapping paper made from pulp processed with a sulfur solution
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