scabbard
Translation
scabbard
Examples
He drew the sword from its scabbard.
He drew the sword from its scabbard.
The scabbard was made of leather.
The scabbard was made of leather.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the scabbard)) a sheath for a blade He put the sword back in its scabbard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sheath, case, holder
Etymology
From Old French 'escalberc', of Germanic origin, meaning 'sword-guard'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'scarred board' used as a makeshift scabbard to protect a sword.