sleeve

[sliːv]

sleeve Definition

  • 1the part of a garment that covers the arm
  • 2a protective or decorative covering for an object
  • 3a paper or cardboard container that covers and protects a record or CD

Using sleeve: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sleeve" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She rolled up her sleeves and got to work.

  • Example

    The album comes in a cardboard sleeve.

  • Example

    The coffee cup has a sleeve to keep your hands from getting burned.

  • Example

    The dress has long sleeves.

sleeve Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sleeve

Phrases with sleeve

  • wear one's heart on one's sleeve

    to show one's emotions openly

    Example

    He always wears his heart on his sleeve, so you always know how he feels.

  • to have a secret plan or idea

    Example

    I think she has something up her sleeve for the surprise party.

  • laugh up one's sleeve

    to secretly find something amusing or funny

    Example

    He was laughing up his sleeve at the silly joke.

Origins of sleeve

from Old English 'sliefe'

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Summary: sleeve in Brief

A 'sleeve' [sliːv] is a part of a garment that covers the arm, or a protective or decorative covering for an object. It can also refer to a paper or cardboard container that covers and protects a record or CD. Phrases like 'wear one's heart on one's sleeve' and 'have something up one's sleeve' use the term metaphorically.

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