noun

1. One of the components of a compound leaf.

2. A small plant leaf.

   “The new leaflets at the end of the branch were a lighter shade of green than the mature leaves.”

3. A small sheet of paper containing information, used for dissemination of said information, often an advertisement.

   “A leaflet had been left under the car's windshield wiper.”

Synonyms: flier, flyer, folder, handbill, pamphlet, leafling

verb

1. To distribute leaflets to.

   “A sidewalk preacher gave an impassioned sermon while an assistant leafleted those who stayed to listen.”

2. To distribute leaflets.

   “During the summer, Peter earned some extra cash by leafleting for a local pizza delivery restaurant.”