Sleeve: meaning, definitions and examples
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sleeve
[ sliหv ]
worn on the arm
A part of a garment that covers the arm, varying in length and style. Sleeves can be long, short, tight, loose, etc.
Synonyms
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sleeve |
Use 'sleeve' when referring to the part of a garment that covers the arm. Sleeves can be of different lengths and styles, such as long sleeves, short sleeves, and sleeveless.
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armband |
Use 'armband' when referring to a band or strip worn around the arm, usually to signify something like mourning, support for a cause, or identification. It can also be used in sports to signify a captain.
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cuff |
Use 'cuff' when referring to the end part of a sleeve, where it has an extra piece of fabric, often fastened with a button or cufflink. It can also refer to the bottom part of a trouser leg.
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Examples of usage
- The dress has long sleeves.
- He rolled up his sleeves to start working.
- She wore a blouse with puffy sleeves.
protective covering
A protective covering that fits over or around an object, such as a record sleeve or a CD sleeve.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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sleeve |
This refers to the part of a garment that covers your arm. It can also be used to describe a protective covering for documents or records.
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cover |
This is a broader term that can be used for anything that provides a layer of protection over something else, such as books, furniture, or electronic devices.
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case |
This is often used to describe a container for protecting or transporting items like smartphones, glasses, instruments, or various tools.
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Examples of usage
- He put the vinyl record back into its sleeve.
- She stored the CD in its plastic sleeve.
to conceal or hide
To hide or conceal something, often in a deceptive or clever way.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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sleeve |
Use this word when referring to the part of a piece of clothing that covers the arms. It can also mean something hidden or kept secret, often used in the phrase 'up oneโs sleeve.'
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conceal |
This word is often appropriate when purposely keeping something out of sight to avoid detection, often with a sense of intent or intrigue.
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hide |
This term is used in general when something is being put out of sight, whether intentionally or accidentally. It can imply a simple act of putting something away or more complex actions, often without the same level of intent as 'conceal.'
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Examples of usage
- He managed to sleeve the stolen goods without anyone noticing.
- She sleeved the cards during the game.
Translations
Translations of the word "sleeve" in other languages:
๐ต๐น manga
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคธเฅเคคเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช รrmel
๐ฎ๐ฉ lengan
๐บ๐ฆ ััะบะฐะฒ
๐ต๐ฑ rฤkaw
๐ฏ๐ต ่ข (ใใง)
๐ซ๐ท manche
๐ช๐ธ manga
๐น๐ท kol
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋งค
๐ธ๐ฆ ูู
๐จ๐ฟ rukรกv
๐ธ๐ฐ rukรกv
๐จ๐ณ ่ขๅญ (xiรนzi)
๐ธ๐ฎ rokav
๐ฎ๐ธ erma
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะตาฃ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qol
๐ฒ๐ฝ manga
Etymology
The word 'sleeve' originated from the Old English word 'slyfe', which referred to a covering for the arm. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various meanings related to protective coverings and concealment. Sleeves have been a common feature in clothing for centuries, serving both functional and decorative purposes.
Word Frequency Rank
At #7,385 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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