poonah-paper
Definition
Noun: A type of thin, high-quality paper originally made in India, traditionally used for painting, drawing, or fine printing. It is also known as "poonah paper" and is characterized by its smooth, lightweight texture.
Usage Examples
- (A thin, high-quality paper suitable for fine art.)
- (A historical paper material used for documents.)
- (A specialized paper for detailed writing or drawing.)
Advanced Usage
- "Poonah-paper" is sometimes called "India paper" in historical contexts, but it specifically refers to a thin, durable paper imported from India.
- The rare book was printed on poonah-paper to reduce its weight. (A thin paper used for lightweight book production.)
Variants and Related Words
- Poonah (n): a historical name for the city of Pune in India, from which the paper originates.
- The paper was named after the city of Poonah, where it was first manufactured. (A geographical reference for the paper's origin.)
Synonyms
- India paper: a thin, opaque paper used for printing Bibles or fine books.
- Tissue paper: a thin, lightweight paper, though less durable than poonah-paper.
- Rice paper: a thin paper made from rice straw, sometimes confused with poonah-paper.
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