Cardboard

usgb/ˈkɑːrdbɔːrd/
noun

A thick, stiff material made from layers of paper. It's often used for making boxes or other temporary structures.

She packed her things in a cardboard box.
Visual representation of "cardboard" - A thick, stiff material made from layers of paper. It's often used for making boxes or other temporary structures.

Often appears as...

  • cardboard box
  • cardboard cutout
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Visual representation of "cardboard"
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Environmental Context

Cardboard is often recycled; mentioning it might imply environmental awareness or concerns.

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The company uses recycled cardboard to package its products.
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Economical Material

Cardboard is cheap and widely used for packaging; it suggests a low-cost option.

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They opted for cardboard packaging to reduce costs.
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Temporary Use

Cardboard is often for temporary use, like moving houses or makeshift solutions.

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We used a cardboard partition during the office renovation.
Visual representation of the word "Cardboard"

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