Definition

A large piece of cloth used to cover a mattress and provide a comfortable surface for sleeping.

Example

I need to buy a new bedsheet for my bed.

Conversation

I need to buy a new bedsheet for my bed.

Oh, really? What color are you thinking of getting?

I was thinking of something light blue to match the curtains.

That sounds nice! A light blue bedsheet would look great.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Bedsheet** → The word is formed from "bed" (from Old English *bedd*, meaning a place for sleeping) and "sheet" (from Old English *sceata*, meaning a piece of cloth). A bedsheet is a piece of cloth used on a bed for covering or protection.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place for sleeping' ('bed') covered with a 'piece of cloth' ('sheet') — that's what a bedsheet is.

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