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sheathing

/ˈʃiːðɪŋ/ /ˈʃiːθɪŋ/

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verb

To put (something such as a knife or sword) into a sheath.

Examples :

"After the woodworker finished carving, he was careful sheathing the knife to prevent accidental cuts. "

weapon action military

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verb

To encase (something) with a protective covering.

Examples :

"The construction workers are sheathing the walls of the new house with plywood to protect them from the weather. "

material technical building

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verb

Of an animal: to draw back or retract (a body part) into the body, such as claws into a paw.

Examples :

"The cat, relaxing on the windowsill, was slowly sheathing its claws back into its paws after kneading the soft blanket. "

animal anatomy physiology biology

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verb

To thrust (a sharp object like a sword, a claw, or a tusk) into something.

Examples :

"The angry dog, baring its teeth, was moments away from sheathing its claws into the postman's leg. "

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verb

To abandon or cease (animosity, etc.)

Examples :

"After a long argument, Maria finally sheathed her anger and apologized to her brother. "

attitude action

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verb

To provide (a sword, etc.) with a sheath.

Examples :

"The knight was careful sheathing his sword after the battle. "

weapon military

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verb

To relieve the harsh or painful effect of (a drug, a poison, etc.).

Examples :

"The doctor prescribed the medication to not only treat the illness but also to help sheathing the nausea caused by the chemotherapy. "

medicine physiology sensation

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noun

Something that wraps around or surrounds something, as a sheath encases its blade.

Examples :

"When the sheathing was on it suddenly looked like a real house: you could see where the outer walls would be even if they still needed the siding and trim added."

material structure building