paper wall
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A thin wall, especially if poorly soundproof.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
They can even hear me yawn, what with these paper walls.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see paper, wall.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “paper wall” mean?
A thin wall, especially if poorly soundproof.
Is “paper wall” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.