Parchment (Noun)
Meaning 1
A superior paper resembling sheepskin.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Historical documents were often written on parchment, which was more durable than common paper.
- The artist chose parchment as a medium to create her intricate drawings because of its durable and translucent qualities.
- The university's archives were filled with ancient texts written on parchment, offering a glimpse into the past.
- She carefully unrolled the parchment, smoothing out the wrinkles to reveal the beautifully hand-drawn map.
- The calligrapher selected a high-quality parchment to create a beautiful wedding certificate that would last for generations.
Meaning 2
Skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.