/ Dictionary / Index P paper tape: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: pa'per tape' Pronunciation: [key] — Computers. Computers. a narrow strip of paper in which holes are punched in designated patterns to represent characters: formerly in common use as an input/output medium. Also called Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. paper-shelled paper-thin Related Content Daily Word Quiz: kiln Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language