sheath in French
sheath in French is gaine, étui, fourreau — sheath means a close-fitting cover that protects a blade, such as a sword or knife.
sheath in French
gaine
étui
gaine
(electrical engineering) The insulating outer cover of an electrical cable.
fourreau
(fashion) A tight-fitting dress.
robe fourreau
(fashion) A tight-fitting dress.
What does "sheath" mean?
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noun A close-fitting cover that protects a blade, such as a sword or knife.
"He slid the hunting knife back into its leather sheath."
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noun Any close-fitting protective covering, such as insulation on a cable or a tight dress.
"The wiring is protected by a rubber sheath to stop it fraying."
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sheath in a sentence
- He slid the hunting knife back into its leather sheath.
- The wiring is protected by a rubber sheath to stop it fraying.
- She wore a slim black sheath dress to the gala.
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What is "sheath" in French?
"sheath" in French is gaine, étui, fourreau. sheath means: A close-fitting cover that protects a blade, such as a sword or knife.
How do you use "sheath" in a sentence?
Example: "He slid the hunting knife back into its leather sheath." In French, "sheath" is gaine, étui, fourreau.
Are there other ways to say "sheath" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "sheath": gaine, étui, fourreau, robe fourreau.
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