The word "sleaved" is spelled with three letters "l-e-a-v-e-d", despite the fact that it sounds like it's spelled with a "v". This may lead to confusion for those who are not familiar with its pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled /sliːvd/. This indicates that the "e" and "a" in the spelling are both pronounced as long "e" sounds, leading to the "v" sound in the middle of the word. Despite its unusual spelling, "sleaved" is a valid English word meaning to interlace, entwine or weave in a smooth or elegant manner.
Raw; unwrought.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "sleaved" is derived from the Middle English word "sleven", which means "to divide" or "to split open". This Middle English term is related to the Old English word "slefan", meaning "to split". Over time, "sleven" evolved into "sleaved", which refers to things that are split or separated.