becloud
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be·cloud
(bĭ-kloud′)tr.v. be·cloud·ed, be·cloud·ing, be·clouds
To darken with or as if with clouds; obscure: a development that beclouds the real issues.
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becloud
(bɪˈklaʊd)vb (tr)
1. to cover or obscure with a cloud
2. to confuse or muddle: to becloud the issues.
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be•cloud
(bɪˈklaʊd)v.t.
1. to darken or obscure with clouds.
2. to make confused.
[1590–1600]
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becloud
Past participle: beclouded
Gerund: beclouding
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Verb | 1. | becloud - make less visible or unclear; "The stars are obscured by the clouds"; "the big elm tree obscures our view of the valley" conceal, hide - prevent from being seen or discovered; "Muslim women hide their faces"; "hide the money" overshadow - cast a shadow upon; "The tall tree overshadowed the house" |
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