[hwahyt pey-per, wahyt for 1; hwahyt-pey-per, wahyt for 2–4] 
| 1. | paper bleached white. |
| 2. | an official governmental report. |
| 3. | an authoritative report issued by any organization: The TV network presented its white paper on news coverage of major crimes. |
| 4. | an official British government publication on a specific subject prepared by a committee and presented to the House of Commons, usually reporting results of a recent investigation or summarizing policy. |
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White Paper
An informational document issued by companies trying to promote or highlight the significance of a planned product or service.
Investopedia Commentary
Similar to an offering memorandum, a white paper provides efficient delivery of detailed information on a product or service.
See also: Offering Memorandum
Also spelled: whitepaper
white paper publication
A short treatise whose purpose is to educate industry customers. See, e.g., Architecture Neutral Distribution Format.
(1997-10-24)