When did the word paper come into use?

The word "paper" has a fascinating history! It didn't come into use until after paper itself was invented.

Here's a breakdown:

* Paper Invented: Paper was first invented in China around 105 AD by Cai Lun.

* Word "Paper" in English: The English word "paper" came into use in the 14th century, derived from the Latin word "papyrus." This was a writing material made from a plant found in Egypt, which was widely used before paper was invented.

So, while paper was invented in the 2nd century AD, the word "paper" didn't appear in English until centuries later.