What Does Oilpaper Mean?

: paper made translucent and waterproof by soaking in oil dim light …

What is called oil paper?

1. oilpaper - paper that has been made translucent and waterproof by soaking in oil.

What is oiled paper used for?

Greased paper windows provide a diffuse light source, while blocking wind and preventing insects and other small animals from entering a structure. Greased paper windows were often used by American pioneers of the early 1800s and other itinerant peoples, in lieu of relatively expensive traditional glass windows.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.