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sheath in Spanish

sheath in Spanish is envoltura, cubierta exterior, envoltura exterior — sheath means a close-fitting cover that protects a blade, such as a sword or knife.

sheath in Spanish

envoltura
noun
cubierta exterior
noun
(electrical engineering) The insulating outer cover of an electrical cable.
envoltura exterior
noun
(electrical engineering) The insulating outer cover of an electrical cable.
funda exterior
noun
(electrical engineering) The insulating outer cover of an electrical cable.
vaina externa
noun
(electrical engineering) The insulating outer cover of an electrical cable.

What does "sheath" mean?

  1. 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."
  2. 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 Spanish?

"sheath" in Spanish is envoltura, cubierta exterior, envoltura exterior. 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 Spanish, "sheath" is envoltura, cubierta exterior, envoltura exterior.

Are there other ways to say "sheath" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 5 translations listed for "sheath": envoltura, cubierta exterior, envoltura exterior, funda exterior, vaina externa.

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