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Sheathe Definition & Meaning

sheathe
verb
  1. cover with a protective sheathing; "sheathe her face"
  2. enclose with a sheath; "sheathe a sword"
  3. plunge or bury (a knife or sword) in flesh

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Frequently asked questions

What does sheathe mean?
cover with a protective sheathing; "sheathe her face" enclose with a sheath; "sheathe a sword" plunge or bury (a knife or sword) in flesh
What part of speech is sheathe?
Sheathe is a verb.
How many definitions does sheathe have?
Sheathe has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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