SHEATHE


Meaning of SHEATHE in English

verb

to cover (a surface) with something that protects

a house sheathed with aluminum siding

Synonyms: clad, face, side, skin

Related Word: envelop, surround, wrap; case, cover, encase, jacket; panel

Contrasted words: bare, expose, strip

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