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The meaning of SHEATH is a case for a blade (as of a knife). How to use sheath in a sentence.
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SHEATH definition: 1. a close-fitting covering to protect something: 2. a cover into which a knife or sword fits so…. Learn more.
transitive verb. 1. : to put into or furnish with a sheath. 2. : to plunge or bury (a weapon, such as a sword) in flesh. 3. : to withdraw (a claw) into a sheath. 4. : to case or cover with something (such as sheets of metal) that protects.
Definition of sheathe verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Sheath definition: a case or covering for the blade of a sword, dagger, or the like.. See examples of SHEATH used in a sentence.
The verb sheathe means to place in a sheath. What's a sheath? Well, that's any kind of protective covering. With that extra "e" on the end sheathe gives off a very old English vibe. Perhaps that's because all those knights were often sheathing their swords so as not to scare the fair ladies.
1. a case or covering for the blade of a knife, sword, etc. 2. any similar close-fitting case. 3. biology. an enclosing or protective structure, such as a leaf base encasing the stem of a plant. 4. the protective covering on an electric cable. 5. a figure-hugging dress with a narrow tapering skirt. 6. another name for condom. verb.
