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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

paperweights

/ˈpeɪpərwɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does paperweights mean?

noun

A small object used to hold down papers on a desk or table, typically made of metal, glass, or ceramic, and often decorative.

Example

"She placed a paperweight on her stack of papers to keep them from blowing away in the breeze."

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