Meaning & Definition of word "Sheet"
Sheet
/ʃiːt/
noun:
- 1. A large piece of paper, often rectangular, used for various purposes such as writing, printing, or wrapping.
- Example: She wrote her notes on a sheet of paper.
- 2. A bed cover made of cloth, often used to cover mattresses.
- Example: He changed the sheet on his bed for a fresh one.
- 3. A thin, flat piece of material, especially one of several that are stacked together.
- Example: The artist used a sheet of metal to create the sculpture.
- 4. A layer of a material, especially of a specific thickness or area.
- Example: The lawyer provided a sheet summarizing the key points of the case.
- 5. In finance, a document that summarizes financial data, often referred to as a balance sheet.
- Example: We reviewed the balance sheet to assess the company's financial health.
verb:
- 1. To cover or furnish with sheets.
- Example: She will sheet the table with a nice cloth for the dinner party.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old English ‘sciht’ (related to the verb ‘to shoot’, meaning ‘to spread out’).
Common Phrases and Expressions
a sheet of paper:
a single rectangular piece of paper.
clean sheet:
a fresh start or a new beginning.
sheet music:
a written form of music notation.
Related Words
sheetrock:
A building material made from gypsum, used for wall construction.
sheet metal:
Thin metal sheets used in various manufacturing processes.
bedsheet:
A flat piece of cloth used on a bed.
Slang Meanings of sheet
Meaning: Used to express surprise or frustration ('Oh sheet!')
● Example Sentence: Oh sheet, I forgot my keys!
Meaning: Referring to a situation or item in a derogatory way, implying it's worthless.
● Example Sentence: This sheet of paper is useless now.