(1) Thin, transparent, diaphanous. (2) Perpendicular or extremely steep.
Sheet
A broad, thin, flat, continuous surface, layer or expanse of material.
Sheet composting
A method of spreading undecomposed organic materials over the soil's surface, then working them into the soil to decompose, rather than piling them and spreading the resulting compost.
Sheet metal
Thin sheets of metal that range from 0.006 inch to 0.249 inch thick, which is used in the manufacture of ductwork, flashing, etc.
Sheet metal locking pliers
Pliers, used when forming sheet metal, that have wide, flat jaws with an over-center adjustable lever locking mechanism.
Sheet metal punch
Cylindrical metal tool for making holes in sheet metal.
Sheet piling
Pilings used to hold back dirt during excavation, constructed of corrugated steel, sometimes combined with wood.
Sheet rock
A wall finish consisting of a manufactured panel made out of gypsum plaster and encased in a thin cardboard. Usually 1/2" thick and 4' x 8' or 4' x 12' in size. The panels are nailed or screwed onto the framing and the joints are taped and covered with a 'joint compound'. 'Green board' type drywall has a greater resistance to moisture than regular (white) plasterboard.
Sheet siding
Building siding which is in sheet form rather than individual boards.
Shelf
A flat length of wood or other material that is fixed horizontally at a right angle to a wall and is used for holding things.
