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sheathe Definition

sheathe (s̸hēt̸h)

transitive verb sheathed, sheath·ing

  1. to put into a sheath or scabbard
  2. to enclose in or protect with a case or covering wood sheathed with tin
  3. to thrust (a sword, knife, etc.) into flesh
  4. to retract (claws)

Etymology: ME schethen < schethe

sheathe Synonyms

sheathe

v.

envelop, surround, enclose, cover; see wrap 2.

sheathe Usage Examples

Object

  • sword: Lan draws and sheathes the sword a few times, just to get a feel for it.

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