Definition of FOOLSCAP

foolscap

Meanings

Plural: foolscaps

Noun

  • a size of paper used especially in Britain
  • Writing paper sheets measuring 13.25 x 16.5 inches.
  • Such a sheet folded or cut in half, thus approximately 8 x 13.25 inches.
  • Printing paper measuring 13.5 inches x 17 inches.
  • Alternative form of fool's cap.

Origin / Etymology

Probably from a watermark of a fool's cap.

Scrabble Score: 15

foolscap is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
foolscap is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
foolscap is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

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