pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət How to pronounce pamphlet (audio)
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: an unbound printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover

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pamphlets about common safety precautions that we all can put into use
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Educational pamphlets on criminal cults, which includes research done by Rose, are also available to guests. — Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026 The Riders of the Afterlife pamphlet in Matt’s bed makes the link between the cult and the Trawler even clearer. — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026 The guard stamps my name before shoving a copy of the week’s pamphlet in my hand. — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 The stranger approached her with pamphlets and asked if her parents were home. — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pamphlet

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Etymology

Middle English pamflet unbound booklet, from Pamphilus seu De Amore Pamphilus or On Love, popular Latin love poem of the 12th century

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pamphlet was in the 14th century

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“Pamphlet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pamphlet. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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pamphlet

noun
pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət How to pronounce pamphlet (audio)
: a short printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover

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