SHEATHING Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

sheathing

verb

present participle of sheathe

as in clothing

to cover with something that protects sometimes shipbuilders sheathe a ship's bottom with copper for extra protection from barnacles and other threats

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Recent Examples of sheathing The scientists from the University of Chicago used a number of imaging techniques to reconstruct the fleshy appearance of the animal in life, from a tall crest over the neck and trunk to a spike row over its tail and hooves sheathing its toes. —

Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sheathing

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The cedar wood’s grains are enhanced with an overlapping cladding style build, and the shingled roof adds a storybook cottage feel.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
On Floors, Walls, and Ceiling Famed interior designer Emily Henderson went all-in on warm oak for her brother’s home project, cladding the floors, walls, and ceiling a gorgeous oak wood plank.

— Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025