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papyrus

/ˈpæpɪrəs/ noun · British & US
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What does papyrus mean?

noun

A type of paper made from the pith of the papyrus plant, used in ancient times for writing. A material made from the pith of the papyrus plant, used for making paper.

Example

"The ancient Egyptians used papyrus to write on."

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