scabbard
Translation
scabbard, sheath
Examples
The knight drew his sword from its scabbard.
The knight drew his sword from its scabbard.
He polished the leather scabbard.
He polished the leather scabbard.
Grammar Patterns
a scabbard for ((a sword)) a sheath for (a sword) He bought a new scabbard for his sword.
to draw a sword from its scabbard to pull a sword from its sheath The samurai drew his sword from its scabbard.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sheath; Related concepts: holster (for a gun), case
Etymology
From Old French 'escauberc', meaning 'body-protection', of Germanic origin related to 'scale' and 'berg' (to protect).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'scarred board' used to protect a sword. The sound is similar.