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to sheathe

6.5

To cover something with a protective layer, for example metal, leather or plastic

verb
/ʃiːð/

: cubrir

To ensure safety, the technician must sheathe the wires with insulation before connecting them.

Examples

Uncle Pandarus told me that if I didn't sheathe him (P's word), then his family could sue for damages.

Fiction book (1996)
And then, as I lately sheathed my blade of anger, so sheathed you my blade of love.
The gardener decided to sheathe the newly planted trees with protective wrap to keep them warm in winter.
Before storing the tools, make sure to sheathe the blades to prevent any accidents.

Synonyms

to cover

vsto sheathe

∞ 1.0

To put something over another thing to protect or hide it

is narrower focusing on protective encasing rather than general surface treatment

to wrap

vsto sheathe

729 1.0

To cover something by putting material around it

is more about creating a fitted protective layer rather than winding material

to coat

vsto sheathe

105 2.8

To cover something with a thin layer of a substance

is about creating a protective outer covering rather than only applying a substance

to shroud

vsto sheathe

38 6.0

To cover something completely, often with a cloth

focuses on protection rather than hiding or ceremonial covering

to encase

vsto sheathe

34 4.9

To cover something completely so nothing can get in or out

is more about adding a protective layer rather than airtight sealing

to insulate

vsto sheathe

32 4.3

Cover something with material that stops heat, cold, or sound from passing through

is about general protective covering rather than blocking specific energies

to wrap up

vsto sheathe

22 3.6

Cover something completely with paper, cloth or another material to protect it

is about forming a protective layer rather than merely wrapping completely

to curtain

vsto sheathe

9 5.8

To hang cloth to cover or hide something

is focused on protective encasing rather than merely screening or hiding

to batten

vsto sheathe

5 8.6

To fix long thin strips of wood or metal over something to make it stronger and hold it down

is more about forming a continuous protective layer rather than fastening strips

to lid

vsto sheathe

4 3.9

To put a top on something to close and protect it

is used for surrounding with a protective layer rather than only closing an opening

to cocoon

vsto sheathe

2 4.6

To wrap someone or something in soft material to keep it warm and safe

is about a practical protective layer rather than soft cushioning enclosure

to armor

vsto sheathe

2 4.8

To put a strong protective layer on something

is usually a lighter protective layer rather than rigid heavy protection

to jacket

vsto sheathe

1 6.8

To cover something with a protective layer

is more general covering rather than naming an outer protective shell

to foil

vsto sheathe

1 6.5

To cover an object with a thin metal sheet to make it shiny

is a broader protective act not limited to thin metal coverings

to sleeve

vsto sheathe

1 5.5

To put something into a cover to protect it

is about covering by adding an outer layer rather than inserting into a pocket

to mantle

vsto sheathe

1 7.2

To cover something completely, like fog or snow

is a practical protective covering rather than a figurative cloak-like layer

to enwrap

vsto sheathe

1 8.0

To cover something completely, often by surrounding it with cloth or paper

is focused on adding a protective layer rather than general enfolding

to jacketed

vsto sheathe

5.0

To cover something with a protective outer layer, for example pipes or cables

is the general act of covering rather than a specific fitted outer casing

to capsulate

vsto sheathe

Specialized

8.2

To put something inside a small protective cover, often for medicine

is used in everyday covering rather than technical encapsulation

to overwrap

vsto sheathe

4.4

To cover something with an extra layer to protect it or make it look nicer

is usually the main protective covering rather than an added outer layer

to cape

vsto sheathe

8.1

To cover something with a cloth or sheet to protect it

is about general protective layering rather than a garment-style covering

Antonyms

to expose

146 2.8

Make something visible by removing a cover or letting light reach it

to uncover

37 2.7

Remove a cover to show what is under it

Idioms

to sheathe the sword

8.2

Stop fighting and try to be friends again

Phrasal Verbs

to sheathe emotions

Informal

7.9

To hide your feelings so others cannot see them

How Covered

to encase

34 4.9

to envelop

41 4.5

to sheathe

6.5

coat

92 2.5

to cover

∞ 1.0

Surface Forms

sheathe infinitive

sheathed past

sheathed past participle

sheatheing present participle

sheathe third person singular

Morphology

sheathe = sheath (transparent) = sheath + e

The sense 'to cover or encase with a protective layer' is a straightforward generalization of putting something into a sheath and remains directly derivable from 'sheath'.

Etymology

Sheathe comes from the old English word sheath, which meant a 'cover' or 'case'. So to sheathe something today is to put a protective cover around it, like cables in plastic or a mountain 'sheathed' in snow.