stationery
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ʃəˌnɛr noun
1.
writing paper.
2.
writing materials, as pens, pencils, paper, and envelopes.
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| —n | |
| any writing materials, such as paper, envelopes, pens, ink, rulers, etc | |
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Stationery
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Word Origin & History
stationery
1727, from stationery wares (c.1680) "articles sold by a stationer," from stationer "seller of books and paper," 1311, from M.L. stationarius "stationary seller," from L. stationem (nom. statio) "station" (see station). Roving peddlers were more common in the Middle Ages;
sellers with a fixed location were often bookshops licensed by universities. The Company of Stationers, one of the Livery Companies of the City of London, was founded 1556.
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Example sentences
Please do not use stationery with a decorative background, as it makes the type difficult to read.
So, let's make some progress in stopping food poisoning and then later pick out the new stationery.
For a flagging stationery industry, calling cards--essentially nonbusiness business cards--have brought a welcome dose of energy.
Forms are also available at some stores which carry legal stationery or business supplies.
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