waxed paper

noun

: paper coated or treated with wax to make it resistant to water and grease and used especially as a wrapping

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How to Store Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024 Begin by cutting a 24-inch long piece of waxed paper, then cut that piece in half horizontally. Sydney Wasserman, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2024 Spray a second layer of adhesive all over the waxed paper and sticks, then carefully place the second sheet of waxed paper on top. Sydney Wasserman, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2024 To store extra avocado butter, transfer to an airtight container with a piece of waxed paper or parchment paper pressed onto the surface of the butter to prevent browning. Flow Space, 17 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for waxed paper 

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of waxed paper was in 1853

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“Waxed paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/waxed%20paper. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

waxed paper

noun
variants or wax paper
: paper treated with wax to make it resistant to water and grease and used especially as a wrapping
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