paperless

CEFRB2

/pˈeɪpərləs/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Using digital records instead of paper documents.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Lacking official documentation or evidence of identity.

Examples

  • The office aimed to be paperless soon.

  • The office transitioned to a completely paperless system.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Relating to or involving the communication or storage of information electronically, rather than with paper.

  2. Without paper.

More examples

In context

  • Paperless transactions are more efficient.

  • Many banks are now offering paperless billing.

  • The government will aim to identify paperless refugees.

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Origin

adjective

From paper + -less.