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sleeve

UK
/sliːv/
US
/sliv/

Translations

sleevenoun
sleeves
pl
UK
/sliːv/
US
/sliv/
The sleeve of his shirt was torn.
Рукав его рубашки был порван.
The album's sleeve was designed by a famous artist.
Обложка альбома была разработана известным художником.
Additional translations
втулка
муфта
Synonyms
armhole
enclosure
sheath
covering
cuff
sleeveverb
sleeved
Past Simple
sleeved
Past Participle
sleeving
Gerund
UK
/sliːv/
US
/sliv/
The tailor will sleeve the dress to fit your arms perfectly.
Портной вшьет платье, чтобы оно идеально подходило к вашим рукам.
Synonyms
sheath
coat
jacket
slip into a sleeve
insert into a sleeve
envelop
wrap
cover
enclose
encase
sleeveadjective
UK
/sliːv/
US
/sliv/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., sleeve gastrectomy, sleeve bearing)

Definitions

sleevenoun
The part of a garment that covers the arm, or through which the arm passes or slips.
The dress had long, flowing sleeves that reached her wrists.
A protective or decorative cover for an object, often cylindrical in shape.
He placed the vinyl record back into its protective sleeve after listening.
A tube into which a rod or other fitting is inserted, often used in mechanical contexts.
The engineer replaced the worn-out sleeve to ensure the machine operated smoothly.
A large tattoo or collection of tattoos that covers most or all of a person's arm.
After months of sessions, he finally finished the full sleeve on his right arm.
sleeveverb
To provide or fit with a sleeve.
The tailor will sleeve the dress to match the client's request.
sleeveadjective
Used attributively to denote something relating to or functioning as a sleeve or tubular cover.
The engineer fitted a sleeve bearing to reduce friction.
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