sheath
a case or covering for the blade of a sword, dagger, or the like.
any similar close-fitting covering or case.
a condom.
Biology. a closely enveloping part or structure, as in an animal or plant.
Botany. the leaf base when it forms a vertical coating surrounding the stem.
a close-fitting dress, skirt, or coat, especially an unbelted dress with a straight drape.
Electricity. the metal covering of a cable.
Electronics.
the metal wall of a wave guide.
a space charge formed by ions near an electrode in a tube containing low-pressure gas.
the region of a space charge in a cathode-ray tube.
to sheathe.
Origin of sheath
1Other words from sheath
- sheathless, adjective
- sheathlike, sheathy, adjective
Words that may be confused with sheath
- sheath , sheathe
Words Nearby sheath
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How to use sheath in a sentence
The included rugged leather sheath securely attaches to a belt.
Runner-Up Review: The Hunting Gear That Almost Made Our 2022 Winter Buyer’s Guide | agintzler | October 26, 2021 | Outside OnlineInside the branches, the trunk and big roots, an actively growing sheath surrounds the inner ghost plumbing.
The first step in using trees to slow climate change: Protect the trees we have | Susan Milius | July 13, 2021 | Science NewsEach season, this whole sheath adds a layer of carbon-capturing tissue from root to crown.
The first step in using trees to slow climate change: Protect the trees we have | Susan Milius | July 13, 2021 | Science NewsThey can essentially shut down for months or even years at a time, and one species can ride out dry spells in a protective mucus sheath.
It measures in at 7 and ¼ inches in length, and includes a wooden sheath for easy storage and protection.
Best ice pick: A versatile winter tool for camping and more | PopSci Commerce Team | February 25, 2021 | Popular-Science
De la Renta did design some stuff for Kennedy too—notably, one perfect belted sheath in crisp white linen.
How Oscar de la Renta Created First Lady Fashion | Raquel Laneri | October 21, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTFinally, she slithered into a finished dress: the ultimate chic sheath, a collarless long-sleeved navy blue garment.
Tilda Swinton and Oliver Saillard Perform the Creation of Fashion in ‘Eternity Dress’ | Sarah Moroz | November 21, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTAnd she has been spotted wearing nothing but the most discrete, tailored sheath dresses.
Petraeus Affair Stereotypes: The General, The Flirt And The Harlot | Robin Givhan | November 15, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTThe first lady wore a Michael Kors sheath with a matching cropped jacket and traditional pearls.
Michelle Obama and Ann Romney: First Ladies of Style | Robin Givhan | October 24, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTThe brightly colored sheath was a form of political détente and self-definition.
Michelle Obama’s First-Lady Fashion: Subtle and Savvy | Robin Givhan | September 4, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTThe Datto complaisantly allowed me to draw it from the sheath and pass it round to my friends.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanWhipping the long, keen blade from its sheath, Marius bore down upon the rash meddler.
St. Martin's Summer | Rafael SabatiniTail truncated, spine on the side of the tail very distinct, imbedded in a sheath.
He saw a large sheath-knife, and secured that in his own belt; then he took a mouthful of wine, and went to his post.
The Chequers | James RuncimanHe was trying to 286 work the knife from its sheath before I could force him backward or break his neck.
A Virginia Scout | Hugh Pendexter
British Dictionary definitions for sheath
/ (ʃiːθ) /
a case or covering for the blade of a knife, sword, etc
any similar close-fitting case
biology an enclosing or protective structure, such as a leaf base encasing the stem of a plant
the protective covering on an electric cable
a figure-hugging dress with a narrow tapering skirt
another name for condom
(tr) another word for sheathe
Origin of sheath
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Scientific definitions for sheath
[ shēth ]
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.
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