Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
papery
adjective
/ˈpeɪ.pər.i/
Definition
Having a texture or consistency that resembles paper.
Examples
- The leaves of the plant felt papery to the touch.
- She admired the papery texture of the old book’s pages.
- His skin had become papery with age.
Meaning
The term ‘papery’ describes something that is thin, crisp, and often fragile, similar to the feel or appearance of paper.
Synonyms
- thin
- flimsy
- lightweight
- translucent
