exsheath

/ɛkˈʃiːθ/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the sheath or covering from something, especially a sword

“The soldier exsheathed his sword and prepared for battle.”

2. noun

the act of removing the sheath or covering from something

“The exsheath of the sword was a crucial step in its maintenance.”

Synonyms

  • draw
  • uncover

Antonyms

  • encase
  • reencase