Meaning of 'shroud'

Find the meaning of the word ‘shroud’

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Meaning of ‘shroud’

6 definitions found.

shroud

noun

burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped

Synonyms: pall

noun

(nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind

Synonyms: tack

noun

a line that suspends the harness from the canopy of a parachute

verb

wrap in a shroud

Example: "shroud the corpses"

verb

cover as if with a shroud

Example: "The origins of this civilization are shrouded in mystery"

Synonyms: cover

verb

form a cover like a shroud

Example: "Mist shrouded the castle"

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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