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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