Enshrouding

/ɪnˈʃraʊdɪŋ/ verb, adjective

Definition

Wrapping completely in a shroud or concealing completely from view; currently enshrouding.

Etymology

Present participle of 'enshroud,' formed by adding '-ing' to indicate ongoing action that functions as either a gerund (noun) or an adjective.

Kelly Says

The continuous form 'enshrouding' appears frequently in mystery and suspense writing to describe something gradually disappearing or being hidden—'darkness enshrouding the landscape' suggests an ongoing process that is more dramatic than a simple 'covers.'

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