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Definition of sheathing

sheathing

/ˈʃiː.ðɪŋ/
sheath · ing
Plural:sheathings
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• noun

1

A protective casing, covering, or layer of material applied to an exterior surface, especially boards or panels fixed to the frame of a building or metal plates covering a ship's hull.

Example

"The builders installed plywood sheathing over the exterior wall studs before adding the final siding."

2

The act of placing a blade into a scabbard or enclosing something within a protective cover.

Example

"The ceremonial sheathing of the sword signified the formal conclusion of the conflict."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'sheathe' (from Old English 'sceath', meaning a scabbard or case) combined with the suffix '-ing', denoting the action of encasing or the protective material itself.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sheathing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sheathing
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