bond paper
[/bɑːnd ˈpeɪpər/]
nounpl: bond papers
papel de títulos / papel bond / papel de qualidade superior
1. A high-quality writing paper, typically used for important documents, letters, and official correspondence, characterized by durability, brightness, and a smooth finish
The law firm printed all contracts on bond paper to ensure they would last for decades.
O escritório de advocacia imprimiu todos os contratos em papel bond para garantir que durassem décadas.
2. Paper made from cotton fibers or high-quality wood pulp, with superior strength and archival properties compared to regular copy paper
Bond paper was originally used for government and financial bonds due to its permanence.
O papel bond foi originalmente usado para títulos governamentais e financeiros devido à sua permanência.
Bond paper holds historical significance as it was originally developed for printing government bonds and securities. In Brazil and Portugal, it remains a marker of formality and professionalism in business communications. The term is often recognized in English but Portuguese speakers may use 'papel bond' as a loanword or specify 'papel de qualidade' instead. In corporate environments across both countries, bond paper use signals importance and permanence of documents.
Related Idioms & Phrases
put it on bond paper - to make something official or formal
bond paper quality - referring to something of superior quality
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