Sheathed Meaning in English
word · lemma: sheathe
ˈʃiðd
SHEETHD
ʃˈiːðd
SHEETHD
Definition
Covered or encased in a protective layer, especially used for something like a weapon put inside its cover or anything wrapped closely.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or literary. Common with weapons ('sheathed sword'), wires ('sheathed cable'), or animal claws. Can describe being covered or enclosed. Not the same as 'sheath' (noun). Not used for people.
Spanish: envainado - cubiertoPortuguese (BR): embainhado - revestidoPortuguese (PT): embainhado - revestidoChinese (Simplified): 包着的 - 覆盖的Chinese (Traditional): 包著的 - 覆蓋的Hindi: म्यान में रखा हुआ - ढका हुआArabic: مُغلف - مُغطىBengali: মুড়ে রাখা - আবৃত - ঝিল্লাবদ্ধRussian: обёрнутый - заключённый (в оболочку) - в ножнахJapanese: 覆われた - 鞘に収められたVietnamese: bọc - bao bọc - được bọc ngoàiKorean: 덮인 - 칼집에 넣어진Turkish: kılıfa geçirilmiş - kaplanmışUrdu: غلاف میں لپٹا ہوا - محیطIndonesian: terbungkus - terlapisi - dibungkus
Example Sentences
The knight carried a sheathed sword at his side.
basic
The cable was sheathed in plastic for safety.
basic
The tiger’s claws were sheathed as it walked slowly.
basic
He drew the dagger, which had been sheathed under his cloak.
natural
The wires inside the wall are sheathed so they don’t get damaged.
natural
She handed him a sheathed knife, warning him to be careful.
natural