Papers vs. Document

Papers vs. Document — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Papers and Document

Papersnoun

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Documentnoun

An original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support.

Papersnoun

Official documents or identification, as a passport.

He lost his papers while travelling and had a hard time getting home.

Documentnoun

Any material substance on which the information is represented by writing.

Papersnoun

A collection of documents, unpublished writing or correspondence in an archive or library collection.

Documentnoun

(computing) A file that contains text.

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Papersnoun

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

Documentnoun

(obsolete) That which is taught or authoritatively set forth; precept; instruction; dogma.

Documentnoun

(obsolete) An example for instruction or warning.

Documentverb

To record in documents.

He documented each step of the process as he did it, which was good when the investigation occurred.

Documentverb

To furnish with documents or papers necessary to establish facts or give information.

A ship should be documented according to the directions of law.

Documentnoun

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

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Documentnoun

anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks

Documentnoun

a written account of ownership or obligation

Documentnoun

(computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using 7-bit ASCII characters

Documentverb

record in detail;

The parents documented every step of their child's development

Documentverb

support or supply with references;

Can you document your claims?