Definition

A person who creates or puts a protective covering around an object, often for tools or weapons.

Example

The sheather carefully crafted a new sheath for the sword.

Conversation

I met a really interesting guy at the market yesterday.

Oh really? What did he do?

He's a sheather who creates custom sheaths for knives.

That sounds unique! I didn't know people specialized in that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sheather' originates from Old English 'sceath', meaning a covering or sheath. It refers to something that covers or encloses, particularly in the context of a protective covering for a blade or tool.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'covering' ('sceath') that protects something sharp, like a knife or sword, to remember that 'sheather' refers to something that encloses or protects.

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