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Vocabulary Entry
sheathing
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A protective covering or layer, typically used in construction.
Example Sentences
"The sheathing on the walls helps to insulate the house."
"Wood sheathing is often used beneath siding for stability."
"The roof sheathing protects the structure from weather damage."
V
verb
The act of covering or enclosing something with a protective layer.
Example Sentences
"They are sheathing the pipes to prevent freezing in winter."
"The workers began sheathing the new building with plywood."
"She spent the afternoon sheathing the wires for safety."