sheet
Meaning: A large rectangular piece of fabric for a bed; a flat piece of paper, glass, or metal
Sheet refers to a broad, flat piece of material. Most commonly, it describes bed linen (a flat or fitted sheet) or a single piece of paper. It can also refer to flat pieces of other materials like glass, metal, or ice. The phrase 'a clean sheet' in football means no goals were conceded.
Examples
- She changed the sheets on the bed before the guests arrived. 客人到来之前,她换了床单。Cambió las sábanas de la cama antes de que llegaran los invitados.彼女は客が到着する前にベッドのシーツを替えた。그녀는 손님이 도착하기 전에 침대 시트를 갈았다.
- Could you hand me a sheet of paper, please? 请递给我一张纸好吗?¿Podrías darme una hoja de papel, por favor?紙を1枚いただけますか?종이 한 장만 주시겠어요?
- The rain came down in sheets, soaking everyone. 雨倾盆而下,把所有人都淋湿了。La lluvia caía a cántaros, empapando a todos.雨が激しく降り、みんなびしょ濡れになった。비가 쏟아져 내려 모두 흠뻑 젖었다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old English 'scēte' meaning 'a cloth' or 'a linen covering', from 'scēat' (a corner, projecting piece of cloth), of Germanic origin. Related to 'shot' via the idea of projecting or shooting out.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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