Sheath ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sheath ( noun )

1. A protective covering for the blade of a sword, knife, or tool.
2. A cover or case for a part of the body, such as a finger or tooth.
3. A protective covering for a cable or conduit.

Origin:

Old english sceath, of germanic origin; related to dutch schede and german scheide.

Examples:

1. The sword was kept in a leather sheath.
2. The knife had a sheath made of a durable plastic.
3. The finger sheath protected the injured finger from further damage.
4. The tooth sheath was used to protect the root canal.
5. The cable sheath protected the wires from water and other damage.

(As a verb)

Sheath ( verb )

1. A protective covering for the blade of a sword, knife, or tool.
2. A cover or case for a part of the body, such as a finger or tooth.
3. A protective covering for a cable or conduit.

Origin:

Old english sceath, of germanic origin; related to dutch schede and german scheide.

Examples:

1. The sword was kept in a leather sheath.
2. The knife had a sheath made of a durable plastic.
3. The finger sheath protected the injured finger from further damage.
4. The tooth sheath was used to protect the root canal.
5. The cable sheath protected the wires from water and other damage.