sleeve · noun C /sliːv/
sleeve
B1 the part of a jacket, shirt, etc. that covers your arm
Dictionary examples:
short/long sleeves
The sleeves are too long for me.
You'd better roll your sleeves up or you'll get them dirty.
have sth up your sleeve
C2 to have a secret plan
Dictionary example:
They were worried he might have another nasty surprise up his sleeve.
Learner example:
In addition, I would never hit them - parents should always have something up their sleeve to find a humane solution. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; German)
