paper clay

Meaning

Noun

  • A kind of uniformly light-coloured clay composed of fine particles, used in the production of paper and wallpaper; kaolin.
  • Clay mixed with shredded paper or other fibres, valued for its strength and light weight in the production of large ceramic works.

Origin

  • paper + clay

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