Etymology

freesheet

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Today it means: A free newspaper. Full definition →

First used 20th c.
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freesheet · noun1

From free + sheet.

freesheet · noun2

Shortening of groundwood-free + sheet

First known use, by meaning

  • from 20th c. A free newspaper.

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