wax paper

noun

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Place the chips in a colander lined with wax paper and give them a strong dash of sea salt before serving. Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025 Pan covers can include wax paper, cloth, and metal screens, poly-fil under the pan, or—in a pinch—even a big leaf. Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025 However, wax paper is not designed for high-heat applications like baking. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2025 Dip two Brazil nuts until completely coated, then place them on a small plate lined with wax paper. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 13 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wax paper

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1844, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wax paper was circa 1844

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“Wax paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wax%20paper. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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