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SHROUDS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Shrouds.

Shrouds - 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

Shrouds - 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 sailors draped the shrouds over the ship's mast."
"The funeral procession was solemnly led by a group of people carrying shrouds."
"In ancient cultures, shrouds were often used to cover the bodies of the deceased."
"The fog shrouds the entire town in a thick blanket."
"Darkness shrouds the haunted house on the hill."
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Word Game Points

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

SHROUDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SHROUDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shrouds is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHROUDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SHROUDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shrouds is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHROUDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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