Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

headsheet

American  
[hed-sheet] / ˈhɛdˌʃit /

noun

Nautical.
  1. foresheet.

  2. headsheets, foresheet.


Etymology

Origin of headsheet

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

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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.

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg