scabbard
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Noun — A protective sheath for a sword or similar blade.
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Etymology
From Old French/Anglo-Norman roots meaning roughly "blade protection," from Germanic words for "blade" and "shelter."
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What does “scabbard” mean?
The word “scabbard” means a protective sheath for a sword or similar blade. In plain terms, the case or covering that holds a sword when it isn't being used.
How do you pronounce “scabbard”?
“Scabbard” is pronounced SKAB-uhd (/ˈskæb.ɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “scabbard” in a sentence?
Here is “scabbard” used in a sentence: “He slid the sword back into its scabbard.”
What part of speech is “scabbard”?
“Scabbard” is a noun.
Where does the word “scabbard” come from?
The word “scabbard” comes from Old French. From Old French/Anglo-Norman roots meaning roughly "blade protection," from Germanic words for "blade" and "shelter.".