Definitions

1. verb

to put a sheath or covering around something, especially a sword

“The knight insheathed his sword before entering the great hall.”

2. verb

to put a covering over the point of something, especially a blade

“The swordsman insheathed his dagger before storing it in his belt.”

3. noun

the act of putting a sheath or covering around something

“The insheathing of the sword was a crucial part of the knight’s training.”