Shroud

A shroud is a covering that hides or protects something, like a blanket that keeps an object safe or hidden from view.

Examples

• The fog rolled in from the ocean, creating a thick shroud that covered everything and made it difficult to see more than a few feet ahead.
• In our science class, we learned how a shroud of clouds can block sunlight, causing cooler temperatures during certain times of the year.
• When we went hiking in the mountains, a shroud of mist surrounded the trees, making the whole forest look mysterious and magical.

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