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noun
- 1. a close-fitting cover for the blade of a knife or sword. Similar
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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.
noun. ˈshēth. plural sheaths ˈshēt͟hz ˈshēths. Synonyms of sheath. 1. : a case for a blade (as of a knife) 2. : an investing cover or case of a plant or animal body or body part: such as. a. : the tubular fold of skin into which the penis of many mammals is retracted. b (1) : the lower part of a leaf when surrounding the stem. (2)
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.
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 rubber covering for a man's penis and is used during sex as a contraceptive or as a protection against disease. [ British ] More Synonyms of sheath
Nov 3, 2017 · 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. Want to learn more?
Sheath definition: . See examples of SHEATH used in a sentence.
SHEATHE meaning: 1. to put a knife back inside its sheath 2. to cover something in a thick or protective layer of a…. Learn more.
1. 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.
