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We found one dictionary that defines the word on papers:

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  1. on papers: Urban Dictionary

(Note: See on_paper as well.)

Definitions from WordNet (on paper)

adverb:  as described in contrast to as practiced ("On paper, this looks like a good idea")
adverb:  as written or printed ("This is exactly what the composer had set down on paper")
adverb:  according to the assumed facts ("On paper the candidate seems promising")
▸ Also see on_paper


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