papyrus
UK/pә'paiәrәs/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A tall water plant native to the Nile valley; a writing material made from its stems, used in ancient times; a document written on this material.
纸莎草；（古代）纸莎草纸；纸莎草文书
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpapyrusother
=papyrus
Example Sentences
- 1.
Ancient Egyptians used papyrus to create detailed written records and artistic illustrations.
- 2.
The preserved papyrus scrolls revealed fascinating insights into daily life in ancient Egypt.