生き紙がみ

noun

unsized paper

Paper that has not been treated with sizing (a substance that reduces absorbency). A technical term used in papermaking and calligraphy.

• 生き紙がみはにじみやすいので、書しょ道どうの練れん習しゅうに向むいている。

  Unsized paper bleeds easily, so it is suitable for calligraphy practice.