Swathe

Quick meaning: Swathe is a noun meaning A bandage; a band.

Meaning

A bandage; a band.

More Meanings

1. To bind with a swathe, band, bandage, or rollers
2. (chiefly British) Alternative spelling of swath.

Example Sentences

The female leads who cut a swathe through the centuries

Colleges say 'swathe of cuts' threatens adult education

Josie herself looked animated and almost royal with the white bandage which swathed her forehead like a crown.

Thomas Brassey (1805-70) should be equally famous, yet he is unknown to swathes of the greater populace. His plaque is at Chester.

Word Forms

• swathes
• swathing
• swathed

Synonyms for swathe

Depending on context, synonyms include wrapping, swaddle.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include wrapping, swaddle, enfold, swath, strip, part.

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