Street
paper
What does paper mean?
Used to frame work and hustle in terms of the money it brings in.
"It's all about the paper at the end of the day."
Origin
"Paper" for money is long-standing American and AAVE slang, referencing paper bills, and is deeply embedded in hip-hop lyricism about earning and ambition.
Frequently asked questions
What does paper mean in slang?
Paper is slang for money — "chasing paper" means chasing cash.
Where did paper come from?
It's long-standing American and AAVE slang referencing paper currency, common in hip-hop.
What does paper chase mean?
A paper chase means the pursuit of money — hustling and working to earn cash.
How do you use paper in a sentence?
For example: "he's getting his paper" — meaning he's making money.
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