sleeve
UK[sliːv]US[sliːv]
n
the part of a piece of clothing that covers all or part of your arm.
n
a protective cover or case for something, such as a record or a machine part.
Etymology
the word "sleeve" originates from the old english "slēf" or "slȳf," which referred to the arm-covering part of a garment. it is related to the old frisian "slēf" and the middle low german "slōven," meaning "to dress carelessly." the term is likely derived from a proto-germanic root, though its deeper origins are uncertain. the core concept has remained remarkably stable from its old english beginnings to its modern usage, consistently denoting a covering for the arm.
Analysis
the word "sleeve" is a simplex word of old english origin. it does not contain separable morphemes in modern english.
Examples
she rolled up her sleeves to start working on the project.
the vinyl record was still in its original paper sleeve.
he wore his heart on his sleeve, making his emotions easy to read.