Meaning Of The Word Paperweight

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What's The Definition Of Paperweight?

paperweight
countable noun: A paperweight is a small heavy object which you place on papers to prevent them from being disturbed or blown away.

paperweight in American English
any small, heavy object, often decorative, set on papers to keep them from being blown away or scattered
noun: a small, heavy object of glass, metal, etc., placed on papers to keep them from scattering

paperweight in British English
noun: a small heavy object placed on loose papers to prevent them from scattering

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