sheathed

• Descreve algo que está coberto ou envolvido por uma bainha, capa ou invólucro protetor.

Describes something that is covered or enclosed in a protective case or covering.

1. Enclosed in a coveringC1formal

   Covered or enclosed in a protective sheath or casing.

   Revestido por bainha

   • The sword was sheathed in a leather scabbard.
   • The cables are sheathed in plastic for insulation.
   • The animal's claws are sheathed when not in use.

   Sinônimoscladcoatedcoveredencasedenclosedsleevedwrapped

   Antônimosbareexposednakeduncoveredunsheathed

• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de colocar a lâmina ou objeto pontiagudo na bainha ou capa. Também pode significar guardar ou esconder algo, como garras ou unhas.

A verb used to indicate the act of placing a blade or sharp object into a sheath or covering.

1. Cover with a protective layerB2formal

   To encase or cover something with a protective material or covering.

   Cobrir com camada protetora

   • The electrician sheathed the wires in plastic tubing.
   • The ship's hull was sheathed in copper to prevent corrosion.
   • They sheathed the building's exterior in glass panels.

   Sinônimoscasecladcoatcoverencaseenvelopplateshieldwrap

   Antônimosexposestripuncover

2. Enclose with a sheathB2formal

   To put a knife, sword, or similar tool into its sheath or scabbard.

   Colocar na bainha

   • The knight sheathed his sword after the battle.
   • He carefully sheathed the hunting knife before putting it away.
   • She sheathed the dagger and placed it on the table.

   Sinônimoscasescabbardsheath

   Antônimosdrawextractpullunsheathe

3. Plunge or bury in fleshC1formal

   To thrust a blade deeply into a body or object.

   Cravar

   • The assassin sheathed his blade in the victim's chest.
   • In the story, the hero sheathed his sword in the dragon's side.
   • He sheathed the knife in the animal's flesh to end its suffering.

   Sinônimosburydriveembedplungesinkstabthrust

   Antônimosdrawextractwithdraw