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Construction paper
/kənstɹˈʌkʃən pˈeɪpə/
/kənstɹˈʌkʃən pˈeɪpɚ/Construction paper
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a thick, colored paper used for various arts and crafts projects
What is "construction paper"?
Construction paper is a type of thick, colored paper commonly used in art and craft projects. It comes in a variety of bright colors and is easy to cut, fold, and glue. Construction paper is often used in schools for activities like making collages, greeting cards, and other creative projects. It has a rough texture, which makes it suitable for various art techniques, and it is generally available in large sheets. While it is not as durable as some other papers, it is an affordable option for many craft and school projects.
Example
The kindergarten class used construction paper to create colorful collages for Mother's Day.
She cut out shapes from construction paper to decorate the bulletin board for the school's fall festival.
The art student folded construction paper into origami animals for a class project.
