Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foolscap
noun
/ˈfuːlskæp/
Definition
A large size of paper, typically 13 by 16 inches, used for writing or printing.
Examples
- The artist drew sketches on foolscap to capture her ideas.
- For the project, we required foolscap-sized sheets for easier diagrams.
Meaning
Foolscap refers to a certain paper size, originally named after a watermark depicting a fool’s cap, which was used by scribes and printers.
Synonyms
- large paper
- folio
