Synonyms for
Sleeve
Definition
a part of a garment that covers the arm
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- long sleeve
- short sleeve
- rolled-up sleeve
- pull up sleeve
- down the sleeve
- in the sleeve
- sleeve tattoo
- sleeve of a shirt
Word family
noun sleeve
Usage note
The word 'sleeve' primarily refers to the part of a garment that covers the arm. It can also refer to a protective casing for an object.
Example sentences
- I wore a long-sleeved shirt today because it's cold outside.
- The magician pulled a rabbit out of his sleeve.
- The shirt has short sleeves.
- I rolled up my sleeves to get to work.
- The dress has a lace sleeve.
Quotes
I wear my heart on my sleeve.
There's no such thing as the perfect sleeve length.
I want to be the girl who wears her heart on her sleeve.