sleeves

Noun

sleeve (plural sleeves)

1. The part of a garment that covers the arm.
   • The sleeves on my coat are too long.
2. A (usually tubular) covering or lining to protect a piece of machinery etc.
   • This bearing requires a sleeve so the shaft will fit snugly.
3. A protective jacket or case, especially for a record, containing art and information about the contents; also the analogous leaflet found in a packaged CD.
4. A tattoo covering the whole arm.
5. A narrow channel of water.
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6. Sleave; untwisted thread.

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