单词 | sheath |
释义 | sheath n. (pl. sheaths)   1. a close-fitting cover, esp. for the blade of a knife or sword.   2. a condom.   3. Bot., Anat., & Zool. an enclosing case or tissue.   4. the protective covering round an electric cable.   5. a woman's close-fitting dress. Phrases and idioms sheath knife a dagger-like knife carried in a sheath. Derivatives sheathless adj. Etymology: OE sc{aelig}th, sceath |
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