Noun: sheath sheeth
- A protective covering (as for a knife or sword)
"He carefully slid the sword back into its leather sheath"
- An enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part
"The nerve is protected by a myelin sheath";
- case
- A dress suitable for formal occasions
"She chose a little black sheath for the party";
- cocktail dress
Derived forms: sheaths
Type of: cover, covering, dress, frock, natural covering, protection, protective cover, protective covering
Encyclopedia: Sheath