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Definition: paper collectibles that were originally meant to be thrown away after use such as calling cards, political pamphlets, movie posters, advertising hand fans, greeting cards and the like
Pronunciation: eh-fem-er-uh
Also Known As: something with no lasting significance as in ephemeral
Examples:
Jonathan found a box filled with ephemera relating to his grandfather's hometown when he cleaned out the attic.

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