Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

papar

noun

/ˈpɑːpɑːr/

Definition

A term referring to a type of person who follows and photographs celebrities to sell the images to the media.

Examples

The papar wait outside the restaurant to snap photos of the stars as they leave.
Being constantly pursued by papar can lead to stress and anxiety for celebrities.
She tried to ignore the papar who were shouting her name as she walked to her car.

Meaning

Often associated with intrusive behavior, ‘papar’ relates specifically to photographers known for capturing candid moments of famous individuals without their consent.