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Swathe Definition & Meaning

swathe
noun
  1. an enveloping bandage
verb
  1. wrap in swaddling clothes; "swaddled the infant"

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Frequently asked questions

What does swathe mean?
an enveloping bandage wrap in swaddling clothes; "swaddled the infant"
What part of speech is swathe?
Swathe is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does swathe have?
Swathe has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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