noun
- a close-fitting cover for the blade of a knife or sword
- a protective covering or case
- a close-fitting dress
verb
- to put into or cover with a sheath
Examples
- The knight drew his sword from its leather sheath.
- The cable was protected by a plastic sheath.
- She wore an elegant black sheath to the dinner party.
- The warrior sheathed his blade after the battle.
- The protective sheath kept the wires from getting damaged.
- He carefully sheathed the knife before putting it away.