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Definition sheath in British English

sheath noun

[countable] noun
/ʃiːθ/
1

a cover used for carrying a knife or a sword

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attachment bit blade blowpipe cutlass dagger
1.1

something that surrounds and protects another thing

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precaution guardian protector
2

a dress that fits tightly around a woman's body

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ballgown caftan chemise
3

a condom

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abortion abortionist barrier method
Definition sheath in British English