What is the meaning of sheathing?

noun

  • 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.

verb

  • Cover with a protective sheathing.
    • usage: "sheathe her face"
  • Enclose with a sheath.
    • usage: "sheathe a sword"
  • Plunge or bury (a knife or sword) in flesh.
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