Grammage

Pronunciation: /ˈɡræmɪdʒ/

Definitions of grammage

noun a measurement of the weight or density of paper or other materials, typically expressed in grams per square meter

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher explained that 'grammage' refers to the weight or thickness of paper.

A2 When buying paper for the printer, it's important to consider the 'grammage' to ensure good print quality.

B1 The packaging specified the 'grammage' of the cardboard used to make the box.

B2 The 'grammage' of the fabric used for the curtains determined how well they blocked out light.

C1 The artist carefully selected a paper with the perfect 'grammage' for their watercolor painting.

C2 The book publisher insisted on a specific 'grammage' for the pages to give the book a high-quality feel.

Examples of grammage in a Sentence

formal The grammage of the paper used for printing is crucial for achieving high-quality results.

informal Make sure you check the grammage of the paper before printing anything important.

slang I have no idea what the grammage of this paper is, but let's just use it anyway.

figurative The grammage of her words was heavy with meaning, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.

Grammatical Forms of grammage

• plural: grammages
• comparative: more grammage
• superlative: most grammage
• present tense: grammage
• future tense: will grammage
• perfect tense: have grammaged
• continuous tense: is grammaging
• singular: grammage
• positive degree: grammage
• infinitive: to grammage
• gerund: grammaging
• participle: grammaged

Origin and Evolution of grammage

First Known Use: 1839 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'grammage' originated from French

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of paper manufacturing to refer to the weight or thickness of paper, the term 'grammage' has evolved to also encompass the measurement of mass per unit area in various materials such as textiles and plastics.