green paper

noun

often capitalized G&P
British
: a government document that proposes and invites discussion on approaches to a problem

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Use green paper streamers to create a curtain in front of their bedroom door. Amanda Rock, Parents, 5 Mar. 2025 However, where the green paper left more to be desired was in its articulation of the emerging technologies that will provide bridges between each of these sectors. Kath MacKay, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 Lastly, cut a simple leaf shape out of the green paper and glue it to the top. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Nov. 2024 The government is presenting a green paper on Monday, which will be followed by a consultation process with businesses before the industrial strategy is finalized. Georg Szalai, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for green paper

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First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of green paper was in 1967

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“Green paper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/green%20paper. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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