Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scratch-paper

Noun
/ˈskræʧ ˈpeɪpər/
Definition
A piece of paper used for rough work or jotting down notes.
Examples
  • She jotted down her ideas on a piece of scratch-paper.
  • After solving the problem on scratch-paper, he transferred the final answer to his notebook.
Meaning
Scratch-paper refers to any paper that is intended for temporary use, such as taking quick notes or doing calculations, without concern for neatness or permanence.
Synonyms
  • notepaper
  • draft paper
  • notepad
  • rough paper