shrouding
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B2
/ˈʃraʊdɪŋ/
(shroud)
covering or concealing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shroud' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scrūd', where 'scrūd' meant 'garment' or 'clothing'.
Historical Evolution
'scrūd' transformed into the Middle English word 'shroud', and eventually became the modern English word 'shroud'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a garment or covering', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cover or conceal'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'shroud'.
The fog was shrouding the entire valley.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45