lençol

Lençol is a Portuguese word that translates to "sheet" in English. It most commonly refers to a bed sheet, a large piece of fabric used as bedding. Bed sheets are typically placed on top of a mattress and underneath a blanket or duvet. They serve to protect the mattress from body oils and sweat, and to provide a comfortable surface for sleeping. Lençóis can be made from various materials, including cotton, linen, silk, and synthetic blends, each offering different levels of softness, breathability, and durability. The size of a lençol is determined by the size of the bed, with common categories including twin, full, queen, and king.

Beyond bed sheets, the term "lençol" can also be used in other contexts. In geology, "lençol freático" refers to a groundwater table or aquifer, a body of permeable rock or sediment that contains or transmits groundwater. In this context, "lençol" implies a layer or stratum of something. Another, less common usage might refer to a large, flat piece of fabric used for other purposes, such as a tablecloth or a sail, though these specific uses would typically have more precise terminology. The primary and most widely understood meaning of lençol remains a bed sheet.