sheathing

Noun
Synonyms: overlayoverlayer

WordNet 3.0

Noun (1)

  1. protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exteriorSynonyms: overlayoverlayer
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Sheathing \Sheath"ing\, p. pr. & a. from Sheathe. Inclosing with a sheath; as, the sheathing leaves of grasses; the sheathing stipules of many polygonaceous plants. [1913 Webster]
Sheathing \Sheath"ing\, n. That which sheathes. Specifically: (a) The casing or covering of a ship's bottom and sides; the materials for such covering; as, copper sheathing. (b) (Arch.) The first covering of boards on the outside wall of a frame house or on a timber roof; also, the material used for covering; ceiling boards in general. [1913 Webster]
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