Definition of "nonpaper" [nonpaper]

• Not of or pertaining to paper; not in a paper format. (adjective)

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• "A nonpaper is a handy diplomatic device to facilitate precise discussion on an issue without the impediment of labeling the working paper as official and thereby making it more difficult to modify positions in the course of discussion."
• "Perhaps to lighten the loads, Franklin dissuaded riders from carrying nonpaper valuables—“Money, Rings, Jewels” and the like."
• "In the diplomatic world, they call it a nonpaper (ph)."