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Definition of letterhead
letterhead
/ˈlɛt.ɚˌhɛd/
let · ter · head
Plural:letterheads
letterhead Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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• noun
1
The printed heading on stationery, typically containing the name, logo, address, and contact details of a person or organization.
Example
"The marketing department redesigned the corporate letterhead to reflect the newly updated brand colors."
2
A sheet of paper featuring a pre-printed corporate or personal heading, used for formal or official correspondence.
Example
"The attorney insisted that the formal demand be drafted and mailed on official law firm letterhead."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 19th century, formed by combining 'letter' and 'head' to describe the pre-printed heading at the top of official correspondence paper.
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Letterhead. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/letterhead