Papyrus (noun)

A type of paper made in ancient Egypt by cutting the stem of a plant called Cyperus Papyrus and laying the fibers horizontally and vertically, then pressing them together.

Origin:

The word papyrus comes from the greek word papyros, which means "paper". it is the name of a type of paper that was made in ancient egypt, by cutting the stem of a plant called cyperus papyrus, and then laying the fibers horizontally and vertically and pressing them together. it was first used in the 16th century bc.

Examples:

1. The ancient Egyptians wrote on papyrus scrolls.
2. Papyrus was the most common writing material in ancient Egypt.
3. Many ancient texts have been preserved on papyrus.
4. Papyrus was also used to make baskets, mats, and sandals.
5. The egyptian hieroglyphs were written on papyrus scrolls.