sindon /ˈsɪn.dən/ noun7 •(no longer used, historical) A fine thin linen muslin or cambric cloth. •(no longer used, historical) A piece of such cloth. •(no longer used, historical) A shroud of such cloth. •(no longer used, historical) The shroud of Jesus following the crucifixion. •(no longer used) The corporal: the cloth placed beneath the eucharist. •(no longer used, historical) A garment or wrapper of such cloth.There were found in it a Book, and a Letter; Both […] wrapped in Sindons of Linnen. — 1626 •(no longer used, historical) A wad, roll, or pledget of such cloth, usually doused with medicine, used to fill open wounds during surgery. formssindons