Vocabulary Entry

swathing

|verb • noun

verb

To envelop or cover something completely, often with a layer or wrap.

Example Sentences

"She was swathing the baby in a warm blanket."

"The workers were swathing the plants in protective layers for the winter."

"They began swathing the new furniture in plastic to protect it from damage."

noun

Example Sentences

"The swathing of the fields in twilight created a beautiful scene."

"The swathing of fresh snow made the landscape seem peaceful."

"He admired the swathing of silk around the gift box."