scratch paper
Disposable writing sheets
Scratch paper is paper used for casual notes, rough calculations, or preliminary drafts—work not meant to be kept.
The scratch suggests both the informal marks made on it and its disposable nature.
Any scrap will do: the back of an envelope, a used printout, a torn corner of newsprint.
She grabbed some scratch paper to work out the math.
- notepadBound sheets for writing
- scratchpadDisposable paper for notes
- disposableMade for one use
- draftPreliminary version of text
- doodleMindless rough sketch
informal · calculations · loose-leaf · blank page · math drills · math homework · rough draft · work it out · scribbling · brainstorming · sketching · unofficial · writing tools · pencil · recycling bin · back-of-envelope · memo pad · problem-solving
- testing centerproctors, answer sheets, test booklet, bubble sheet, time limits
- jottingsnotes, jottings, jotting, scribbles, scribbling
- written notesnote, memo, jotting, scribble, reminder
- math toolscalculator, abacus, graphing calculator, scientific calculator, straightedge
- Exam Proctoringexam room, testing center
- Standardized TestsSAT, ACT, PSAT, AP exams, College Board
scratch paperofficial document
Authorized written record
official record · legal document · certificate · diploma · charter
scratch paperletterhead
Branded formal stationery
vellum · parchment · bond paper · illuminated manuscript · keepsake
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