Definition

A person or company that produces paper.

Example

The papermaker used recycled materials to create new sheets of paper.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real papermaker?

No, I haven't! What do they do exactly?

They create paper from scratch, which is really fascinating.

That sounds cool! I'd love to see how a papermaker works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Papermaker → It is formed from "paper" (from Latin *papyrus*, meaning a writing material made from the pith of the papyrus plant) and "maker" (from Old English *macian*, meaning to make or create). A papermaker is someone who creates or produces paper.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes' ('maker') a material used for writing ('paper'). This helps you remember that a papermaker is a person who produces paper.

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