parchment
//ˈpɑːtʃ.mənt//
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.