scabbard

noun
UK: /ˈskæbərd/
US: /ˈskæbərd/

  1. A protective case for a sword or knife.

    1. The sword is in the scabbard.
    2. He drew the sword quickly from its scabbard before the duel began.

  2. A sheath or holder for a firearm or other bladed weapon.

    1. The rifle had a leather scabbard.
    2. The soldier attached the scabbard to his belt before entering combat.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "scabbard" in English means: A protective case for a sword or knife., A sheath or holder for a firearm or other bladed weapon..

The phonetic transcription of "scabbard" is /ˈskæbərd/ in British English and /ˈskæbərd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "scabbard": "The sword is in the scabbard.". More examples on the page.