A cloth or sheet in which a corpse is wrapped for burial. The body was covered with a white shroud before being placed in the coffin.
Something that covers or conceals like a garment. A shroud of mist enveloped the valley, making it difficult to see the path ahead.
A set of ropes forming part of the standing rigging of a sailing vessel and supporting the mast. The sailors checked the shrouds to ensure they were secure before setting sail.
A protective casing or cover surrounding a piece of machinery, equipment, or weapon to guard it or the user from harm. The mechanic removed the plastic shroud to access the engine's cooling fan.