paperplate

noun
UK /ˈpeɪpəpleɪt/
US /ˈpeɪpərpleɪt/

A paper plate is a flat, round dish made of paper that you eat food from.

We used paperplates at the picnic so we wouldn't have to wash dishes.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A plate made of compressed paper pulp used for serving food at casual events.

She stacked the paperplates next to the birthday cake.

3. A lightweight, inexpensive plate often used for crafts or children's activities.

The kids painted paperplates to make animal masks.

4. A disposable plate used in informal settings such as camping or takeout.

He grabbed a paperplate to share his fries with the group.