Sheet

Definition

The term "sheet" refers to a thin, flat layer of material, such as paper, fabric, or metal, or to a broad expanse of something like water or ice. It can also refer to a large rectangular piece of cloth used as bedding.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃiːt/
• Respelling: SHEET

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃiːt/
• Respelling: SHEET

Etymology

The word "sheet" originates from the Old English "sceat," meaning "a piece of cloth" or "a corner," derived from Proto-Germanic "*skautaz," meaning "projecting edge." It has been used in English since before the 12th century.

Derivatives

• Sheeter (noun)
• Sheeting (noun)
• Oversheet (noun)
• Resheet (verb)
• Sheetlike (adjective)

Synonyms

• Layer
• Film
• Cover

Antonyms

• Chunk
• Block
• None

Usage

The term "sheet" is used in a variety of contexts, such as describing bedding, thin materials, or expansive areas. For example: "He spread the sheet over the bed," or "The field was covered with a sheet of ice."

Related Terms

• Layer: A thickness of material covering a surface.
• Fabric: A material made from weaving or knitting fibers.
• Paper: A thin material used for writing or printing.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A thin, flat piece of material: Refers to something like paper, fabric, or metal.
  • Example: "She wrote her notes on a sheet of paper."
• A large expanse of something: Refers to a broad, flat area such as water or ice.
  • Example: "The lake was covered with a sheet of ice."
• Bedding made of cloth: Refers to a large rectangular piece of fabric used to cover a bed.
  • Example: "He pulled the sheet over himself."

Verb

• To cover or enclose with a sheet: Refers to the act of wrapping or covering an object with a flat layer.
  • Example: "The construction workers sheeted the building with metal panels."