letterhead — the heading at the top of a sheet of letter paper, usually consisting of a name and address
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the heading at the top of a sheet of letter paper, usually consisting of a name and address
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈletərˌhed/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's angry letter looked less intimidating when written on cute rainbow letterhead.
- Our new letterhead design includes the company logo and contact information.
- He accidentally printed his resignation letter on the company letterhead - talk about awkward!
letterhead
NOUN[/ˈletərˌhed/]
the heading at the top of a sheet of letter paper, usually consisting of a name and address
a businesswoman carefully places a formal letter onto crisp white stationery that displays elegant company branding at the top. She aligns the letter content perfectly below the pre-printed company information area. The official paper shows the company name and address prominently positioned in the upper portion. Her assistant organizes similar branded stationery sheets in neat stacks nearby. the heading at the top of letter paper consisting of name and address information
The redhead designs letterhead while the deadhead stays mellow!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Letterhead emerged in the late 19th century as business correspondence culture developed, combining the English words for 'letter' and 'head' to denote the upper portion of a written document. The term reflects the growing need for formal business communication with standardized formatting and identifying information at the top of pages.
Breakdown
letter (a written message) + head (the upper or front part). The compound literally means 'the head of a letter,' referring to the top section where sender information, company details, and decorative elements are printed.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's angry letter looked less intimidating when written on cute rainbow letterhead.”
“Our new letterhead design includes the company logo and contact information.”
“He accidentally printed his resignation letter on the company letterhead - talk about awkward!”
“All official correspondence must be written on letterhead paper.”
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