Definition of 'on paper'

Adverb

1. as written or printed; "this is exactly what the composer had set down on paper"
      Synonyms: in writing
2. as described in contrast to as practiced; "on paper, this looks like a good idea"
      Synonyms: in theory
3. according to the assumed facts; "on paper the candidate seems promising"
      Synonyms: theoretically in theory

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