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tissue paper
noun
: a thin gauzy paper used especially for protecting something (as by covering or wrapping)
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Finish the bouquet by topping off the vase with the floral filler, tissue paper, and personalized card.
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Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2025
Wrapping paper, gift bags, tissue paper, and ribbon are all a great way to implement a holiday trend in a non-permanent way and without a major investment.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2024
Murphy suggests placing your wrapping paper bin in the corner of a closet along with stacking bins that house other wrapping supplies like bows, tissue paper, tags, and more.
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
Buy tissue paper, brown paper, plastic tablecloths, wrapping paper, bows and gift bags from thrift stores, dollar stores, superstores or craft stores.
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Kristen Rogers, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1777, in the meaning defined above
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“Tissue paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tissue%20paper. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
tissue paper
noun
: a thin paper used especially to wrap delicate articles
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