Definition of Sheathing
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(p. pr. & a.) Inclosing with a sheath; as, the sheathing leaves of grasses; the sheathing stipules of many polygonaceous plants.
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(n.) That which sheathes.
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(n.) The casing or covering of a ship's bottom and sides; the materials for such covering; as, copper sheathing.
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(n.) The first covering of boards on the outside wall of a frame house or on a timber roof; also, the material used for covering; ceiling boards in general.
Homophones of Sheathing
No Homophones Found.