paperweight
noun
pa·per·weight
ˈpā-pər-ˌwāt 
: a usually small heavy object used to hold down loose papers (as on a desk)
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If an original device owner cannot be reached (or motivated) to deactivate the lock from another device, an otherwise working iPhone, iPad, MacBook, or other Apple device can end up as a paperweight.
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Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 11 Apr. 2024
Glass vases, a small desk clock, decorative boxes, plants, sculptures, paperweights, travel souvenirs, stones, and framed photos all add texture and dimension while reflecting the homeowner's style.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2024
Craft this pretty paperweight to secure stray documents on your desk or counter.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023
Preserve Your Wedding Bouquet in Resin Create a unique paperweight with your florals with some help from epoxy resin.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
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Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 11 Apr. 2024
Glass vases, a small desk clock, decorative boxes, plants, sculptures, paperweights, travel souvenirs, stones, and framed photos all add texture and dimension while reflecting the homeowner's style.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2024
Craft this pretty paperweight to secure stray documents on your desk or counter.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023
Preserve Your Wedding Bouquet in Resin Create a unique paperweight with your florals with some help from epoxy resin.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2024
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paperweight
noun
pa·per·weight
ˈpā-pər-ˌwāt
: an object used to hold down loose papers by its weight
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