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Definition of letterhead

letterhead

/ˈlɛt.ɚˌhɛd/
let · ter · head
Plural:letterheads
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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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• Nearby Words

lettered
letterer
letterform
letterhead
lettering
letterman
letterpress

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.

Usage Trend

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 Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/letterhead
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