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toilet paper
noun
: a thin sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for use in drying or cleaning oneself after defecation and urination
Examples of toilet paper in a Sentence
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The Past What did Ancient Romans do without toilet paper?
—Big Think, 24 June 2024
This Toilet Paper Dispenser offers a discreet storage solution for up to 12 rolls of toilet paper.
—Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
The reduction included fewer miles driven as well as less medical waste, hand sanitizer, toilet paper and the like.
—NPR, 6 June 2024
For an item like toilet paper, shoppers are offered a national brand or Kirkland Signature and two sizes for each.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 4 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1877, in the meaning defined above
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“Toilet paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toilet%20paper. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
toilet paper
noun
: a thin soft sanitary absorbent paper usually in a roll for bathroom use
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