Pronunciation: /ˈʃiːðɪŋ/
noun a protective covering or case
A1 The sheathing on the wire protects it from damage.
A2 Sheathing is often used in construction to cover and protect pipes.
B1 The sheathing around the cable provides insulation and protection.
B2 The sheathing on the sword was intricately designed and beautifully crafted.
C1 The sheathing on the spacecraft had to withstand extreme temperatures during reentry.
C2 The sheathing on the electrical wiring had to be carefully installed to ensure safety and efficiency.
verb to cover or encase with a protective covering
A1 Sheathing the knife, she carefully put it away in the drawer.
A2 He was sheathing his sword when the enemy suddenly attacked.
B1 The workers were sheathing the roof with metal panels to protect it from the rain.
B2 After sheathing the wires, the electrician tested the circuit to ensure it was working properly.
C1 Sheathing the documents in plastic covers, she organized them neatly in a binder.
C2 The artist was sheathing the canvas with a layer of varnish to protect the painting.
formal The sheathing on the electrical wires provides insulation and protection.
informal Sheathing is like a protective cover for the wires.
slang Make sure the sheathing on those cables is intact.
figurative Her calm demeanor was like a sheathing, hiding the turmoil within.
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