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noun
- 1. a close-fitting cover for the blade of a knife or sword. Similar
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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.
SHEATH definition: 1. a close-fitting covering to protect something: 2. a cover into which a knife or sword fits so…. Learn 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.
A sheath is a protective case for a knife or a sword. The most exciting part of a staged sword fight might be the moment when the hero pulls his weapon out of its sheath. A sheath is also a dress that is straight, fitted, and simple.
The meaning of SHEATHE is to put into or furnish with a sheath. How to use sheathe in a sentence.
A sheath is a rubber covering for a man's penis and is used during sex as a contraceptive or as a protection against disease.
a cover that fits closely over the blade (= sharp part) of a knife or other sharp weapon or tool. He put the dagger back in its sheath. His sword was still in its sheath. The Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus explains the difference between groups of similar words.
Jun 10, 2024 · a cover for the sharp blade of a knife. (Definition of sheath from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of sheath. in Chinese (Traditional) 鞘套, 護套, （刀劍的）鞘… See more. in Chinese (Simplified) 鞘套, 护皮, （刀剑的）鞘… See more. in Spanish. cubierta, funda, vaina… See more. in Portuguese.
a. A usually close-fitting case or covering for a blade, as of a sword. b. Any of various similar coverings. 2. Biology An enveloping tubular structure, such as the base of a grass leaf that surrounds the stem or the tissue that encloses a muscle or nerve fiber. 3. A close-fitting dress. 4. A condom.
Sheath definition: An enveloping tubular structure, such as the base of a grass leaf that surrounds the stem or the tissue that encloses a muscle or nerve fiber.
