Phrase guide

past paper

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An examination paper from a previous year.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: education

Examples

  • Use the past papers to practise when revising.

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Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Irish: seanpháipéar scrúdaithe — examination paper from past years
  • Swedish: extenta — examination paper from past years