Sheathing

['ʃiːðɪŋ] or ['ʃiðɪŋ]

Definition

(noun.) protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior.

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Definition

(p. pr. & a.) Inclosing with a sheath; as, the sheathing leaves of grasses; the sheathing stipules of many polygonaceous plants.

(n.) That which sheathes.

(n.) The casing or covering of a ship's bottom and sides; the materials for such covering; as, copper sheathing.

(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.

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Synonyms and Synonymous

a. Vaginant.

n. Casing, lining.

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