bedsheet

noun

bed·​sheet ˈbed-ˌshēt 

: an oblong piece of usually cotton or linen cloth used as an article of bedding

Examples of bedsheet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another confounding detail surrounding Ge’s death is that when he was found, his hands and feet were bound, and bedsheet strips were tied around his chest, according to his autopsy report. — Connor Greene, Time, 10 Aug. 2026

This was distinguished from a bedsheet by being of a thinner material, often embroidered. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026

The pressure to make precisely the right choice — or else — is what’s gotten society’s bedsheets in a twist. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

Hypoallergenic bedding like pillows, comforters and bedsheets is designed to resist common indoor allergens like pollen, pet dander and dust mites. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bedsheet

• amit
• athlete
• backseat
• blackfeet
• broadsheet
• browbeat
• buckwheat
• compete
• compleat
• complete
• conceit
• concrete

Kids Definition

bedsheet

noun

bed·​sheet -ˌshēt 

: sheet entry 1 sense 1