Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paperweight
noun
/ˈpeɪpərˌweɪt/
Definition
A small, heavy object used to hold down papers so they do not blow away.
Examples
- She placed a beautiful glass paperweight on her desk to hold down her notes.
- During the meeting, the paperweight helped keep the proposal papers from flying around.
Meaning
In a practical sense, a paperweight is used to keep sheets of paper in place, especially in windy conditions or when there is no desk organizer.
Synonyms
- weight
- binder
- desk weight
