Green Paper

noun

, British.

a report presenting the policy proposals of the government, to be discussed in Parliament.

green paper

often capitals (in Britain) a command paper containing policy proposals to be discussed, esp by Parliament

First recorded in 1945–50; apparently so called from the color of the paper on which they are printed

Visitors take turns trying to catch the green paper to win a Hello Kitty cupcake stand.

Should the Green Paper become law, the worst mistakes and ugliest abuses will be kept firmly behind closed doors.

What an insistent piece of green paper that marked bill was!

But, the first thing you know, you'll find yourself blowing on a tin whistle and wearing a fool's cap of green paper!

The clink of silver and the flutter of green paper was heard and seen in every corner of the broad floor.

And most of the untidiness was caused by telltale bits of red, yellow, and green paper.

The blistered plaster was dropping from the ceiling, while on the wall the grimy, green paper had regions of musky yellow.

April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse