# sleeved

/ˈsɫivd/ (US) · /slˈiːvd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/sleeved
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

having a sleeve, such as a piece of clothing or a container that holds something.

For teachers: provided with a sleeve or a protective covering. Often used to describe protective gear, containers, or garments.

## Examples

- The worker wore sleeved gloves to protect his hands.
- The new protective case is sleeved to keep the delicate electronics safe from dust and scratches.
- The museum's restoration team used sleeved glass panels to display the ancient manuscripts, ensuring that the fragile paper remained isolated from the surrounding environment.

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