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SHROUD

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Shroud.

Shroud - as a noun

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

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mainsheet14sheet8tack10weather sheet
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
line4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cerement12pall6winding-clotheswinding-sheet

Shroud - as a verb

Cover as if with a shroud

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cover10enshroud12hide8

Form a cover like a shroud

Example: "Mist shrouded the castle"

Wrap in a shroud

Example: "Shroud the corpses"

Example Sentences

"The funeral shroud covered the body of the deceased."
"Her face was hidden by a veil-like shroud."
"A thick shroud of fog enveloped the city."
"The mountain peak was often hidden in a shroud of clouds."
"The old painting was discovered beneath a dusty shroud."
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Word Game Points

Is SHROUD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shroud is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHROUD has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SHROUD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shroud is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHROUD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SHROUD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shroud is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHROUD has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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