cassie paper

noun

cas·​sie paper

ˈkasē-

: the top and bottom sheets of packaged paper when damaged (as in transportation) compare retree

Word History

Etymology

partial modification, partial translation of French papier cassé, literally, broken paper, from papier paper + cassé, past participle of casser to break

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