How do you use Sheath in a sentence? See 10+ example sentences showing how this word appears in different contexts, including synonyms like dress or cover, plus the exact meaning.
Sheath in a sentence
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Sheath meaning
- A holster for a sword; a scabbard.
- Anything that has a similar shape to a scabbard that is used to hold an object that is longer than it is wide.
- The base of a leaf when sheathing or investing a branch or stem, as in grasses.
Synonyms of Sheath
Using Sheath
- The main meaning on this page is: A holster for a sword; a scabbard. | Anything that has a similar shape to a scabbard that is used to hold an object that is longer than it is wide. | The base of a leaf when sheathing or investing a branch or stem, as in grasses.
- Useful related words include: protective covering, dress, cocktail dress, cover.
- In the example corpus, sheath often appears in combinations such as: the sheath, sheath of, myelin sheath.
Context around Sheath
- Average sentence length in these examples: 24.7 words
- Position in the sentence: 3 start, 14 middle, 3 end
- Sentence types: 20 statements, 0 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Sheath
- In this selection, "sheath" usually appears in the middle of the sentence. The average example has 24.7 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, knife, myelin, introducer, hub, claiming and left stand out and add context to how "sheath" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include 4 myelin sheath 5 neurilemma and a dense sheath of smog. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "sheath" sits close to words such as abject, accumulations and adi, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with sheath
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
For now, I will sheath my sword and go no further. (11 words)
It furthermore contained a glossy raven sheath skirt with a modest train. (12 words)
Rodgers said leaving the sheath behind was a “huge mistake” for the suspect. (13 words)
Cross section of a myelinated axon 1. Axon 2. Nucleus of Schwann Cell 3. Schwann Cell 4. Myelin Sheath 5. Neurilemma The main purpose of a myelin layer (or sheath) is to increase the speed at which impulses propagate along the myelinated fiber. (43 words)
His defense team previously revealed that they would be contesting the notion that Kohberger's DNA was left at the scene on the knife sheath, claiming that DNA from three other as yet unidentified men was also found. (38 words)
The warring sides in the Ondo State political crisis, Friday night, agreed to sheath their swords and reunite, even as the state’s deputy, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, agreed to close ranks with his boss, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. (37 words)
Example sentences (20)
The Agilis Steerable Introducer Sheath’s hemostatic valve, which prevents blood from flowing back through the valve, may fail due to an improper seal of the sheath hub.
A membranous appendage or fringe of hairs called the ligule lies at the junction between sheath and blade, preventing water or insects from penetrating into the sheath.
Cross section of a myelinated axon 1. Axon 2. Nucleus of Schwann Cell 3. Schwann Cell 4. Myelin Sheath 5. Neurilemma The main purpose of a myelin layer (or sheath) is to increase the speed at which impulses propagate along the myelinated fiber.
DNA that was later shown to match Kohberger’s was also recovered from a knife sheath that was left at the house during the murderous rampage.
Duvall is coming off a 2022 campaign with the Braves that ended in late July when he tore the tendon sheath in his left wrist, which required season-ending surgery.
For now, I will sheath my sword and go no further.
From a classic black slip dress and a feminine floral brocade sheath to a whimsical taffeta bow mini and a slinky satin halter, these are the best cocktail dresses to shop now.
He appealed for information regarding the whereabouts of the murder weapon, which was not found despite a sheath being discovered at the scene.
He saw a dense sheath of smog over the city, which was a direct result of the unprecedented currently burning in Canada.
His defense team previously revealed that they would be contesting the notion that Kohberger's DNA was left at the scene on the knife sheath, claiming that DNA from three other as yet unidentified men was also found.
Investigators linked Kohberger to the killings through DNA found on a knife sheath left at the crime scene, according to an affidavit.
It furthermore contained a glossy raven sheath skirt with a modest train.
Rodgers said leaving the sheath behind was a “huge mistake” for the suspect.
The other interesting fact is that the killer left the leather sheath of a K-Bar knife in the bed of another victim.
The rumor is that the killer left behind the sheath for the knife and they were able to get a sample from that.
The sleeveless design showcases the wearer’s arms and shoulders with tasteful subtlety, while the sheath silhouette flaunts the body shape in the most appealing, yet understated, style.
The warring sides in the Ondo State political crisis, Friday night, agreed to sheath their swords and reunite, even as the state’s deputy, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, agreed to close ranks with his boss, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.
Without this enzyme, substances called sulphatides build up, eventually destroying the protective myelin sheath of the nervous system.
A knife sheath was seized from the road as well as a single thong as part of the investigation.
He insisted he only used his 'fists' and stated he had not seen a knife or a sheath.
Common combinations with sheath
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- the sheath 11×
- sheath of 9×
- myelin sheath 8×
- sheath and 6×
- knife sheath 5×
- sheath to 5×
- in sheath 5×
- sheath is 4×
- to sheath 4×
- bundle sheath 4×