flysheet

Outer tent layer

A flysheet is a protective outer layer for a tent, stretched over the main structure to provide extra weatherproofing against rain and condensation.

The term also refers to a single printed sheet, typically an advertisement or announcement, meant for wide distribution—what Americans would more likely call a flyer or handbill.

tent

groundsheet

Tent's protective base layer

  • guylineTent-anchoring cord
  • pegWooden pin for fastening
  • poleCylindrical shaft or extremity

vestibule · ventilation · bivouac · dome · ridgepole · stake · footprint · tarpaulin · canopy · awning

shelter

tarpaulin

Waterproof protective sheeting

  • canopyOverhead protective covering
  • awningMounted overhead shelter
  • coverProtect by overlaying

weatherproof · windbreak · sunshade · shade · screen · overhang · lean-to · protection · waterproofing · condensation

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Opposites
tent structure position

flysheetinner layer

Innermost covering or coating

groundsheet

publication scope

flysheetbook

Bound written work

volume · tome · encyclopedia · manuscript · bound volume

exposure to elements

flysheetbivouacking

Temporary open-air shelter

Family

fly, sheet, sheets

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Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G