Sheet — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective verb /ˈshēt/

Meaning & Definition of Sheet

Sheet (noun)

  1. a broad piece of cloth; especially, bedsheet
  2. sail
  3. a usually rectangular piece of paper; especially, one manufactured for printing
  4. a rope or chain that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
  5. the spaces at either end of an open boat not occupied by thwarts, foresheets and stern sheets together

Sheet (adjective)

  1. rolled or spread out in a sheet
  2. of, relating to, or concerned with the making of sheet metal

Sheet (verb)

  1. to cover with a sheet
  2. to furnish with sheets
  3. to form into sheets
  4. to move or set (a sail) by manipulation of a sheet

Sheet (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a wide space or area

    "from the bow of our ship all we could see was an impenetrable sheet of fog"

    similar: breadth, distance, expanse, expansion, extent, field, length, plain, reach, spread, stretch, waste
    related: domain, sphere, territory, compass, range, scope, sweep, gamut, scale, spectrum, depth, emptiness, void, extension, latitude, span, amplitude, immensity, magnitude

Sheet (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to form a layer over

    "dust sheeted the floors of the old, abandoned house"

    similar: blanket, carpet, coat, cover, overlay, overlie, overspread
    related: enclose, enrobe, enshroud, enswathe, envelop, enwrap, mantle, shawl, shroud, swathe, wrap, cloak, clothe, curtain, veil, circle, encircle, encompass

Related Entry: Fly sheet (noun)

Fly sheet is a different word from Sheet. The synonyms below are for fly sheet, not for sheet.

  1. as in flyer, brochure

    similar: broadside, brochure, circular, flyer, gazette (British), handbill, handout, ad, advert (chiefly British), advertisement, announcement, bulletin, communiqué, notice, notification, posting, release, bill, billboard, placard, playbill, poster, show bill, sign, broadcast, cablecast, newscast, telecast, advertising, billing, blurb, come-on, commercial, message, pitch, plugola, spot, word, communication, dispatch, report, annunciation, declaration, edict, proclamation, promulgation, pronouncement, pronunciamento, rescript, signification, ballyhoo, boost, buildup, campaign, plug, promo, promotion, propaganda, publicity

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sheet

The most common words with a similar meaning to Sheet:

breadth, distance, expanse, expansion, extent, field, length, plain, reach, spread, stretch, waste, blanket, carpet, coat, cover, overlay, overlie, overspread

Related Words for Sheet

domain, sphere, territory, compass, range, scope, sweep, gamut, scale, spectrum, depth, emptiness, void, extension, latitude, span, amplitude, immensity, magnitude, enclose, enrobe, enshroud, enswathe, envelop, enwrap, mantle, shawl, shroud, swathe, wrap

Word Forms of Sheet

Inflections: sheeted, sheeting, sheets

Derived words: sheetlike (adjective), sheeter (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Sheet

Middle English shete, from Old English scēte, scīete; akin to Old English scēat edge, Old High German scōz flap, skirt

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Sheet

Words & Phrases Containing Sheet

sheet anchor, sheet bend, sheet cake, sheet glass, sheet home

Frequently Asked Questions about Sheet

What does "Sheet" mean?

"Sheet" means a broad piece of cloth; especially, bedsheet. As an a noun, an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: a broad piece of cloth; especially, bedsheet. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Sheet"?

Other words for "Sheet" include breadth, distance, expanse, expansion, extent, field, length and plain. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sheet" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Sheet"?

There are 56 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sheet". Common alternatives include breadth, distance, expanse, expansion, extent, field, length, plain, reach and spread.

How do you use "Sheet" in a sentence?

Examples of "Sheet" in a sentence: "from the bow of our ship all we could see was an impenetrable sheet of fog"; "dust sheeted the floors of the old, abandoned house".

Is "Sheet" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Sheet" can be used as a noun, an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Sheet" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Sheet" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Sheet"?

"Sheet" is pronounced /ˈshēt/.

What is the origin of the word "Sheet"?

"Sheet" comes from Middle English shete, from Old English scēte, scīete; akin to Old English scēat edge, Old High German scōz flap, skirt. First known use: before 12th century.