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cardstock

American  
[kahrd-stok] / ˈkɑrdˌstɒk /

noun

  1. paper stock stiff enough for the printing of business cards card and similar uses.


Etymology

Origin of cardstock

card 1 + stock

Example Sentences

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I destroy those too, leaving a pile of tiny cardstock pieces on the counter.

From Literature

“My favorites are the thick cardstock matchbooks, with funky designs. Funke and Osteria Mozza in Los Angeles are two I love,” says Shepherd.

From Salon

For this option, you need a couple of white index cards or two sheets of cardstock paper.

From New York Times

Because the lesson is online, you’ll need your own materials; watercolor paper or cardstock, watercolor paint, a paint brush, a pencil, a black pen and colored pencils are recommended.

From Seattle Times

“Watch me on Thursday at 8,” the young actress would write on cardstock she cut into fours herself.

From Washington Post