Meaning of Foolscap | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Writing paper sheets measuring 13.25 x 16.5 inches.
2. Such a sheet folded or cut in half, thus approximately 8 x 13.25 inches.
3. Printing paper measuring 13.5 inches x 17 inches.

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Examples

“At twilight in the summer there is never anybody to fear—man, woman, or cat—in the chambers and at that hour the mice come⟳ out. They do not eat⟳ parchment or foolscap or red tape, but they eat⟳ the luncheon crumbs.”

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