sheathing

Words with a similar base: sheathing

'sheathing'

[sheathing.n.01] as in: protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior

'sheathing'

[sheathe.v.01] as in: cover with a protective sheathing

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Examples:
sheathe her face

'sheathing'

[sheathe.v.02] as in: enclose with a sheath

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Examples:
sheathe a sword

'sheathing'

[sheathe.v.03] as in: plunge or bury (a knife or sword) in flesh