pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: an unbound printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover

Synonyms of pamphlet

• booklet
• brochure
• leaflet
• flyer
• folder

Examples of pamphlet in a Sentence

pamphlets about common safety precautions that we all can put into use

Recent Examples on the Web

Guests will also receive a zine-style pamphlet with the same homespun appeal explaining each of the eight sections in RM’s words alongside a diagram of the room. — Christine Terrisse, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Because of the family’s involvement in the Hispanic community, Juanito was well-known, says Orta, who met with them last week and made sure there were resource pamphlets available at the young man’s wake. — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026

In advance of that meeting, letters, pamphlets, and articles started to fly around the nation, debating the meaning of Judaism and the place of the Jews in America. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026

As far as our genetic library goes, the Y chromosome seems like a mere pamphlet. — Mike McRae 20, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English pamflet unbound booklet, from Pamphilus seu De Amore Pamphilus or On Love, popular Latin love poem of the 12th century

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

pamphlet

noun

pam·​phlet ˈpam(p)-flət 

: a short printed publication with no cover or with a paper cover