Pronunciation

/sheɪt/

Definitions

Noun

A collection of flat, thin papers held together by a binding, typically used for writing or drawing on. Example: The student placed a stack of sheets on the desk.

Verb

1. To affix or adhere paper to a surface, usually for printing or writing. Example: She carefully sheeted the letter onto the envelope.
2. To provide with sheets, as in bedding or towels. Example: The hotel staff sheets the guest room every day.
3. (Informal) To distribute or allocate something, often informally or in small portions. Example: They sheeted out the cookies evenly among the children.

Adjective

1. Made up of sheets, especially when referring to a layering or covering. Example: The insulation is composed of several thermal sheets.
2. Layered or organized in sheets. Example: The data was sheeted into categories for easy analysis.

Phrases

• “Sheet of paper”
• “Sheet metal”
• “Sheet rock”
• “Sheet music”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The artist stacked several sheets of watercolor paper before starting her painting.”
• Verb: “The printer automatically sheets the pages onto a stack as they come out.”
• Adjective: “The walls were covered in a smooth, white sheet paint.”

Synonyms

• Pages
• Leaves
• Layers
• Rolls
• Folds