pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: an unbound printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover

Synonyms

• booklet
• brochure
• circular
• flyer
• flier
• folder
• leaflet

Examples of pamphlet in a Sentence

pamphlets about common safety precautions that we all can put into use

Recent Examples on the Web

Similarly, Norway, which was a NATO founding member in 1949, released a pamphlet urging Norwegians to be prepared to cope for up to a week in the event of war, crises or extreme weather. —Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024

Unapproved pamphlets, fliers, handbills, etc. Weapons of any kind. —Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 3 Nov. 2024

Here's a link to the Phoenix election publicity pamphlet, which contains information from the city about what voters should know for the election. —Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 12 Oct. 2024

In colonial New England, pamphlets on murders were handed out, featuring recaps of crimes and trials, plus any last words criminals uttered before they were killed. —Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 11 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English pamflet unbound booklet, from Pamphilus seu De Amore Pamphilus or On Love, popular Latin love poem of the 12th century

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: a short printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover