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headsheet

[ hed-sheet ]

noun

, Nautical.
  1. headsheets, foresheet ( def 2 ).


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Word History and Origins

Origin of headsheet1

1350–1400; Middle English. See head, sheet 2
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Example Sentences

Have the bed, and headsheet, &c., ready, 10.

Cover the bed with a coverlet, spread out the bench covers and cushions, set up the headsheet and pillow, remove the urinal and basin, lay carpets round the bed, and with others dress the windows and cupboard, have a fire laid.

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