parchment

//ˈpɑːtʃ.mənt//
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Noun

parchmentSingular
parchmentsPlural
1

A material made from the prepared skin of an animal, typically a sheep, goat, or calf, used as a writing surface in ancient and medieval times.

The ancient manuscript was written on parchment made from goat skin.

2

A manuscript or document written on parchment.

The museum displayed an ancient parchment from the medieval period.

3

A type of stiff, translucent paper made to resemble traditional parchment, often used for certificates or baking.

She lined the baking tray with parchment before placing the cookies on it.