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shroud

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Noun — A cloth used to wrap a dead body for burial.

How to use shroud

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shrouded in mystery shrouded in fog burial shroud

Etymology

From Old English scrud, related to Old Norse skrúð ("ship's rigging" or "splendid attire").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “shroud” mean?

The word “shroud” means a cloth used to wrap a dead body for burial. In plain terms, a burial cloth, or anything (literal or figurative) that covers and hides something.

How do you pronounce “shroud”?

“Shroud” is pronounced SHROWD (/ˈʃɹaʊ̯d/ in IPA).

How do you use “shroud” in a sentence?

Here is “shroud” used in a sentence: “The body was wrapped in a simple white shroud.”

What is another word for “shroud”?

Words with a similar meaning to “shroud” include sindon, cloak, cover, mantle and veil.

What part of speech is “shroud”?

Depending on how it is used, “shroud” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “shroud” come from?

The word “shroud” comes from Old English. From Old English scrud, related to Old Norse skrúð ("ship's rigging" or "splendid attire").

Is “shroud” a common word?

“Shroud” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “shroud” have?

“Shroud” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cloth used to wrap a dead body for burial.

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