Sheets: meaning, definitions and examples

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sheets

 

[ ʃiːt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

bedding

Pieces of cloth used for covering or protecting furniture, mattresses, or other items.

Synonyms

bedclothes, bedding, linens

Examples of usage

  • They put clean sheets on the bed.
  • The hotel provided fresh sheets for the guests.
  • Sheets are commonly used to cover a mattress.
Context #2 | Noun

paper

A large, thin, flat piece of any material, especially paper.

Synonyms

leaflet, page, piece

Examples of usage

  • He handed her a sheet of paper.
  • The student wrote notes on a sheet of notebook paper.
  • Please fill out this information sheet.
Context #3 | Verb

bedding

To cover with a sheet or sheets.

Synonyms

blanket, cover, overlay

Examples of usage

  • Sheets the bed with a fresh set of linens.
  • He sheeted the furniture to protect it during the move.

Translations

Translations of the word "sheets" in other languages:

🇵🇹 folhas

🇮🇳 शीट्स

🇩🇪 Blätter

🇮🇩 lembar

🇺🇦 аркуші

🇵🇱 arkusze

🇯🇵 シーツ

🇫🇷 feuilles

🇪🇸 hojas

🇹🇷 çarşaflar

🇰🇷 시트

🇸🇦 أوراق

🇨🇿 listy

🇸🇰 listy

🇨🇳 床单

🇸🇮 listi

🇮🇸 blöð

🇰🇿 парақтар

🇬🇪 ფურცლები

🇦🇿 vərəqlər

🇲🇽 hojas

Word origin

The word 'sheets' originated from the Old English word 'sceata', which meant a piece of cloth. Over time, it evolved to refer to a larger piece of material, especially paper or fabric. The use of sheets for bedding dates back to ancient times, with evidence of linen sheets being used in ancient Egypt. Today, sheets are an essential part of bedding sets and are commonly made from cotton, linen, or other materials.

See also: sheet, worksheet.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,414, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.