Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paper-round
noun
/ˈpeɪ.pə.ˌraʊnd/

Definition
A paper round refers to a routine task of delivering newspapers and magazines, usually carried out early in the morning or on specific days of the week.

Examples
- As a teenager, I earned some pocket money by doing my paper round every morning.
- The paper round can be quite tiring, especially in inclement weather.
- Many young people start their first job with a paper round, learning responsibility and time management.

Meaning
The term is commonly used in the UK to denote the job of delivering printed materials to subscribers’ homes.

Synonyms
- newspaper delivery
- news round
- delivery route