Definition of Swathe
Swathe
Swa·the


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A wide area of something, especially a strip of land or a section of people.

e.g. The farmer cut a swathe through the tall grass with his scythe.

(verb)
to envelope;

e.g. The mountain was swathed by clouds and fog.

(noun)
a band or wrap used to swathe or envelope;

e.g. Using a swathe, she wrapped the baby gently.



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