The term 'PAPER EDGE' is composed of two words, 'PAPER' and 'EDGE'. The first word, 'PAPER', refers to a thin material made from cellulose pulp, usually used for writing, printing, packaging, and other purposes. The second word, 'EDGE', refers to the outside or boundary line of an object or surface. Together, the term 'PAPER EDGE' refers to the outermost EDGE of a sheet of PAPER. The crossword solution for this term is 'Deckle', which is a type of PAPER EDGE that is characterized by a rough, feathered, or wavy appearance. Deckle edges are created when the PAPER is made by hand, using a deckle frame.