papel-machê

See also: papel maché

Portuguese

Alternative forms

Etymology

A partial calque of French papier mâché, literally “chewed paper”. Cognate to Spanish papel maché.

Pronunciation
  • Rhymes: -e

Noun

papel-machê m (uncountable)

  1. papier-mâché (paper mixed with glue used to create sculptures)
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