Associations to the word «Sindon» - Word Associations Network

Noun

SINDON, noun. (obsolete or historical) A fine thin linen muslin or cambric cloth.

SINDON, noun. (obsolete or historical) A piece of such cloth, particularly

SINDON, noun. A shroud of such cloth.

SINDON, noun. (ecclesiastical) The shroud of Jesus following the crucifixion.

SINDON, noun. (ecclesiastical) The corporal: the cloth placed beneath the eucharist.

SINDON, noun. A garment or wrapper of such cloth.

SINDON, noun. (medical) A wad, roll, or pledget of such cloth, usually doused with medicine, used to fill open wounds during surgery.

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