What does buckram mean?
A stiff, smooth, and usually unbleached fabric, often used as a backing for stiffened paper or as a material for making hats, bags, and other articles. It is also used in bookbinding and other crafts.
Example
"The artist used buckram to stiffen the paper and create a three-dimensional effect in her collage."
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