Stationery Terms

noun a flat paper container with a sealable flap, used to enclose a letter or document

• Please remember to seal the envelope before mailing it.
• Don't forget to lick the envelope shut before you send it out.
• I'll just stick the letter in the envelope and call it a day.
• Her emotions were like a sealed envelope, hidden from everyone else.

noun a design consisting of two or more letters intertwined, typically representing a person's initials

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• The monogram on the handkerchief was beautifully embroidered with the initials of the bride and groom.
• I love how my monogrammed towels add a personal touch to my bathroom.
• Check out my new backpack with a cool monogram on it!
• Her monogrammed stationery symbolized her attention to detail and personal style.

noun a large quantity of something, typically paper or writing material

• The office manager ordered a ream of printer paper for the team.
• Can you grab me a ream of paper from the supply closet?
• I scored a whole ream of paper from the office for free.
• She had a ream of ideas for the new project.

noun a thin, flat material made from wood pulp used for writing, printing, or wrapping

• I accidentally got a paper cut while flipping through the documents.
• Ouch, I just got a paper cut from that magazine!
• I hate when I get a papercut, it stings so bad!
• His words felt like a paper cut to her heart.