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Something that encloses another thing, especially to protect it
“Use fabrics made from natural materials as a covering to protect plants from frost.”
A layer of something that covers something else
“The inside of this small was several shades darker, thanks to the thick covering of soot on the walls and ceiling.”
Something which covers or conceals
“Mildura has disappeared under a red covering of dust following a dust storm in Sunraysia.”
The concealing of one's true intentions or feelings
“Scarlet's childish behavior was only a covering for her true self as a woman of virtue and honor.”
Clothing of a specified kind
A strip of woven material used to bind up a wound or to protect an injured part of the body
A mixture of sugar with water, egg white, or butter, used as a coating for cakes or biscuits
The act of hiding or concealing something
The act or state of obscuring or blocking an object or light
A large piece of fabric or material used as a covering on a bed or elsewhere for warmth
Band or cloth used to cover the eyes, preventing sight
Products that have been stuffed, padded, or covered, usually furniture
The outside boundary, parts or surface of something
A thin, flat piece of material made of cloth, paper, metal, etc.
An external covering at the top of a building or structure
A covering for the inside surface of something
A piece of cloth or other material used to mend or strengthen a torn or weak point
A shady structure, usually in a park or garden, and usually surrounded by vegetation
The action of acting as if something is different from what it actually is
An act or state of submerging something or someone in water or a liquid
Robe worn by some Muslimas
A natural covering made of hay or reeds used mainly for roofing
A layer of dirt or froth on the surface of a liquid
An extra decorative feature or embellishment
The skin of an animal with the fur, wool, or hair still on it
An act of applying paint to a surface
A continuous or wide area or expanse
A piece of coarse material placed on a floor for people to wipe their feet on
A thin stream of a liquid, especially when trickled over food as an ingredient
Something that accompanies or is associated with something
“The covering letter is extremely important as one method of maximizing the response rate.”
Intended to protect someone or something
Including (almost) everything within its scope
Relating to or found on the surface of something
Having a rind (hard, tough outer layer)
Comprising of, as part of a whole
“This project will cover all buildings and structures currently used to house, support, and maintain NAS facilities and systems.”
Present participle for to place something over or upon, as to conceal or protect
“Cover the turkey with a lid or foil, then roast it in the oven for three hours.”
Present participle for to submerge something in
“Cover the saucepan with a lid and gently swirl to help cover the chicken in the caramel.”
Present participle for to hide or conceal something (literally or figuratively)
“Rachel nervously laughed to cover her dismay and embarrassment at having been wrong about Don for over two years.”
Present participle for to report on in published media
“News networks across the country would cover the controversial event in great detail.”
Present participle for to explore or examine a given topic or subject
“The upcoming report will cover the current financial health of the company.”
Present participle for to act or serve as a substitute, usually temporarily
“Two deputy headteachers at the school will cover for Mr. Richards until a replacement is appointed.”
Present participle for to travel across a given area
“Within a month or so of our travels, we would cover most of the region.”
Present participle for to envelop in a layer of something
“Our crops could not grow adequately because of excess dirt that would cover the seeds.”
Present participle for to create or form a layer over
“The cold wind blew and snow would soon cover the fields.”
Present participle for to sprinkle a layer over
“Once you have piped all of the buttercream on, cover the cake with some more Funfetti Sprinkles and enjoy!”
Present participle for to be inclusive of after payment of an agreed amount of money or funds
“Fees will cover the costs of administration and advice given throughout your application process.”
Present participle for to provide insurance for
“Many insurers will still cover you for existing conditions but only under certain caveats.”
Present participle for to give an alibi to
“I'll cover for you if anyone comes looking for you. Now get out of here!”
In such a way as to cover
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