wood pulp

noun

: pulp from wood used in making cellulose derivatives (such as paper or rayon)

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To prevent the shreds from clumping, anti-caking agents like cellulose (a plant fiber made from wood pulp) and potato starch are often added, which can steal moisture from the cheese, affecting its texture. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 July 2025 Constructed of sustainably sourced lyocell, which is a soft and lightweight fabric made from eucalyptus wood pulp, the duvet cover stays cool to the touch throughout the night, per our testers. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 21 July 2025 This indicates whether or not the wood pulp used to make the paper underwent a bleaching process using a chemical like chlorine. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2024 It’s trailed by bamboo/wood pulp/paper (19 percent), polyester (11 percent), and rayon/viscose/Tencel (3 percent). Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for wood pulp

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wood pulp was in 1854

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“Wood pulp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wood%20pulp. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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