wrapping paper
Noun: A type of strong, often decorative paper specifically manufactured for the purpose of enclosing or covering items, typically gifts or parcels.
"Wrapping paper" is an uncountable noun. It refers to the material itself, not a single sheet. You use it to describe the paper used to wrap something. * She bought three rolls of wrapping paper for the holidays. * The gift was hidden under layers of colorful wrapping paper. * Please recycle the wrapping paper after you open the present.
- The children tore through the shiny wrapping paper to find their toys.
- For the birthday party, we chose a wrapping paper with balloons and confetti.
- This wrapping paper is so thick it doesn't tear easily.
- "Gift wrap" is a common synonym, often used as a compound noun ("gift wrap") or a verb ("to gift-wrap").
- The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) before another noun, e.g., "a wrapping paper sale," "a wrapping paper design."
- Gift wrap (n.): Another term for wrapping paper.
- To wrap (v.): The action of covering something with paper or other material.
- Wrapper (n.): A more general term for any material that covers something, which can include paper, plastic, or foil (e.g., a candy wrapper).
- Gift wrap
- Wrapping (in the context of "Christmas wrapping")
The definition emphasizes the paper's function (for wrapping) and a key property (tough/strong). It is distinct from other types of paper like tissue paper (which is thin and delicate) or kraft paper (which is brown and often used for packing, not necessarily decorative gift-giving).
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a tough paper used for wrapping
