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sheathe

1 of 1verb
/ʃið/
Forms:sheathes,sheathing,sheathed,sheathed
1

to insert a blade, such as a sword or knife, into its protective covering or holder

transitive
  • The knight sheathed his sword after the battle was won.
  • After sharpening his dagger, he carefully sheathed it to avoid accidents.
  • The warrior, exhausted from the fight, sheathed his weapon and took a deep breath.
  • She sheathed her knife before heading back to camp.
  • The samurai sheathed his katana with a swift and practiced motion.
Antonyms:
unsheathe
2

to enclose something, often with a protective or decorative outer layer

transitive
  • The electrician sheathed the wires in a layer of rubber to prevent short circuits.
  • The ship’s hull was sheathed in metal to protect it from the icy waters.
  • The workers sheathed the roof with insulation to improve energy efficiency.
3

to forcefully insert a weapon, such as a sword, into flesh

transitive
  • The warrior swiftly sheathed his sword into the enemy's chest, ending the battle.
  • With a single strike, the samurai sheathed his katana into his opponent, demonstrating his mastery of the blade.
  • In the heat of the duel, the fencer sheathed his foil into his adversary's side, winning the match.
  • The assassin silently sheathed his dagger into the unsuspecting victim, completing the mission.
  • In the epic fantasy novel, the hero sheathed his magical sword into the heart of the dragon.
4

to cover something in a specific substance

transitive
  • The mountain was sheathed in a thick layer of snow after the storm.
  • The architect decided to sheathe the building in glass to give it a modern look.
  • The tree trunks were sheathed in ice after the freezing rain.
  • The workers sheathed the roof with insulation to improve energy efficiency.
  • The entire valley was sheathed in mist, obscuring the view.
5

to suppress an emotion or action

transitive
  • He sheathed his anger, refusing to let it show in his expression.
  • Despite the insult, she sheathed her frustration and smiled politely.
  • The diplomat sheathed his impatience, waiting for the right moment to speak.
  • He sheathed his pride and apologized for the mistake.
  • She sheathed her excitement, trying to remain calm until the announcement was official.