Lap and Sheathe

Lap

Lap verb - To flow along or against.

Sheathe and lap are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sheathe" instead a verb "Lap".

Nearby Words: lapped, lapping

Sheathe

Sheathe verb - To cover with something that protects.
Usage example: sometimes shipbuilders sheathe a ship's bottom with copper for extra protection from barnacles and other threats

Lap and sheathe are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lap" instead a verb "Sheathe".
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