How Do You Spell SHEATH?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈiːθ] (IPA)

The word "sheath" is spelled as /ʃiːθ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first sound /ʃ/ is an unvoiced consonant, pronounced by pushing air out of the mouth while the tongue is in a specific position. The second sound /iː/ is a long vowel sound, pronounced with the mouth open and the tongue high and forward. The final sound /θ/ is a dental fricative, pronounced by passing air through the front teeth with the tongue against the lower teeth.

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SHEATH Meaning and Definition

  1. A sheath is a protective covering or case that encloses and holds an object securely. It is designed to safeguard the object from external elements or damage. The term "sheath" is commonly associated with items like knives, swords, or daggers, wherein a sheath is typically made of durable material such as leather, metal, or plastic. The primary function of a sheath is to prevent accidental cuts or punctures, as well as to keep the blade sharp and intact. It also allows for safe and convenient storage and transport of the object.

    Sheaths are often custom-made to fit a specific object, ensuring a snug and secure fit. They are usually designed with a lined interior to protect the item's sharp edges and prevent scratching. In addition to knives and weapons, sheaths also exist for tools like screwdrivers, chisels, or even knitting needles, serving the purpose of both protecting the sharp ends and organizing them for easy access.

    Beyond being protective, sheaths also contribute to the overall appearance of the object. They can be decorated or adorned to reflect cultural or artistic preferences, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the item when not in use. Overall, a sheath acts as a reliable shield, preserving the integrity and functionality of the object it safeguards.

  2. 1. Any enveloping structure, such as the membranous covering of a muscle, nerve, or blood-vessel. 2. Vagina (1). 3. The prepuce of a horse.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. • A case for a sword or suchlike instrument; a scabbard; in bot., a petiole when it embraces the branch from which it springs, as in grasses; the wing-case of an insect.
    • To put into a scabbard or case; to protect with any exterior covering or membrane; to cover with sheets of copper, &c., as a ship's bottom.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SHEATH

The word "sheath" originated from the Old English word "scēath" or "sceath", which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*skaithaz". The Proto-Germanic root indicates a covering or protection, which in turn traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*skēi-" meaning "to cut" or "split". This root is also connected to words such as "split" and "schism". Over time, the Old English "scēath" evolved into the Middle English word "schethe" before eventually becoming "sheath" in Modern English.

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Plural form of SHEATH is SHEATHS

Conjugate verb Sheath

CONDITIONAL

I would sheath
you would sheath
he/she/it would sheath
we would sheath
they would sheath

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be sheathing
you would be sheathing
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they would be sheathing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have sheath
you would have sheath
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we would have sheath
they would have sheath

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been sheathing
you would have been sheathing
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FUTURE

I will sheath
you will sheath
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we will sheath
they will sheath

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be sheathing
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have sheathed
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you sheath
we let´s sheath

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sheath

PAST

I sheathed
you sheathed
he/she/it sheathed
we sheathed
they sheathed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was sheathing
you were sheathing
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we were sheathing
they were sheathing

PAST PARTICIPLE

sheathed

PAST PERFECT

I had sheathed
you had sheathed
he/she/it had sheathed
we had sheathed
they had sheathed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been sheathing
you had been sheathing
he/she/it had been sheathing
we had been sheathing
they had been sheathing

PRESENT

I sheath
you sheath
he/she/it sheaths
we sheath
they sheath

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am sheathing
you are sheathing
he/she/it is sheathing
we are sheathing
they are sheathing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sheathing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have sheathed
you have sheathed
he/she/it has sheathed
we have sheathed
they have sheathed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sheathing
you have been sheathing
he/she/it has been sheathing
we have been sheathing
they have been sheathing

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