Swordsmanship Terminology

verb to cover or encase with a protective covering

adjective enclosed in a protective covering

• The sword was sheathed in a beautifully crafted scabbard.
• He quickly sheathed his knife before anyone noticed.
• Sheathed her phone in her pocket before heading out.
• Her emotions were sheathed behind a stoic expression.

verb to draw a sword or weapon from its sheath

• The knight unsheathed his sword before entering the battlefield.
• He quickly unsheathed his pocket knife to open the package.
• I saw him unsheathe his gun during the confrontation.
• She was hesitant to unsheathe her emotions and show vulnerability.