Sheath

Synonyms of sheath

• case
• covering
• scabbard

Antonyms of sheath

• expose
• uncover
• unsheathe

Collocations of sheath

knife sheath

Frequency: 80 %

He pulled the knife from its sheath.

sword sheath

Frequency: 75 %

The warrior slid his sword back into its sheath.

protective sheath

Frequency: 70 %

The wire was covered by a protective sheath.

leather sheath

Frequency: 60 %

The knife was encased in a leather sheath.

metal sheath

Frequency: 45 %

The cable was protected by a metal sheath.

Idiomatic Expressions for sheath

• Phrase: sheath your sword
  Meaning: to return a weapon to its sheath
  Usage: After the duel was over, the combatants sheathed their swords.