cover
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British pronunciation
/ˈkʌvə/

Definition & Meaning of "cover"in English

to cover
01

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

Transitive: to cover sth | to cover sth with
to cover definition and meaning
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She used a blanket to cover the delicate furniture during the move.
02

to envelop something in a layer of material

Transitive: to cover sth with a layer of a material | to cover sth in material
to cover definition and meaning
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The landslide covered the road with a thick layer of mud, making it impassable for vehicles.
03

to provide a report on or talk about an event in a news piece or media

Transitive: to cover an event
to cover definition and meaning
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The journalist covered the presidential inauguration, providing live updates throughout the day.
04

(of a bird or animal) to settle on top of eggs to keep them warm and facilitate hatching

Transitive: to cover eggs
to cover definition and meaning
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The mother hen covered her clutch of eggs with her feathers to keep them warm until they hatched.
05

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Transitive: to cover an area
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The grounds covered eight acres.
06

to encompass or include a range of topics, issues, or situations

Transitive: to cover a range of topics
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The textbook covers various topics in biology, from cell structure to ecosystems.
07

to oversee, manage, or attend to a designated region or domain

Transitive: to cover a region or domain
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As a police officer, it 's my duty to cover this neighborhood and ensure its safety and security.
08

to traverse or move over a certain distance, terrain, or area

Transitive: to cover a certain distance
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Our flight will cover approximately 2,000 miles from New York to Los Angeles.
09

to direct a firearm toward a target, typically a person

Transitive: to cover a target
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The police officers covered the suspect with their firearms as they approached cautiously.
10

to monitor or oversee a particular area or situation to ensure security or compliance

Transitive: to cover an area or situation
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The security guards covered the perimeter of the building to prevent unauthorized access.
11

(of a fielder) to move into position to receive a throw aimed at a specific base

Transitive: to cover a base
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The shortstop covered second base to receive the throw from the outfield and tag out the advancing runner.
12

to take precautionary measures to minimize or avoid negative consequences

Transitive: to cover oneself against a risk | to cover an asset against a risk
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The team leader implemented strict safety protocols to cover the company against any workplace accidents or injuries.
13

to clothe or provide a protective layer over something

Transitive: to cover sth
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The leaves covered the ground, creating a colorful carpet in the forest.
14

to take up a defensive position to guard against an opposing player's movements or potential attacks

Transitive: to cover an opposing player
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The defender covered the opposing forward closely, preventing them from receiving the ball.
15

(of a male animal) to mate with a female animal for the purpose of reproduction

Transitive: to cover a female animal
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The farmer allowed the stallion to cover the mare in order to breed a new generation of strong and healthy foals.
16

(of a material or substance) to extend or apply evenly across an area or object

Intransitive
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This new paint covers well, hiding all the old stains and cracks on the wall.
17

(of a sum of money) to be adequate to pay for a particular cost or expense

Transitive: to cover a cost or expense
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My savings should cover the cost of repairing the car's engine.
18

to fill the position or substitute for another person

Transitive: to cover for sb
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When my coworker fell ill, I covered for him by handling his clients and completing his tasks.
Cover
01

something that protects or conceals a thing by being put over, on, or around it

cover definition and meaning
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The book had a beautiful cover that attracted readers to pick it up from the shelf.
1.1

a blanket or quilt used to keep someone warm while sleeping

cover definition and meaning
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She pulled the cover over herself as the temperature dropped.
1.2

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

cover definition and meaning
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The cover of the novel featured a beautiful illustration that caught everyone's eye.
02

a fabricated identity and background used to conceal someone's true identity, especially for undercover agents

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The agent 's cover was that of a traveling salesman, allowing him to blend in seamlessly.
03

a version of a song performed or recorded by someone other than the original artist

What is a "cover"?

A cover refers to a new performance or recording of a song that was originally performed by another artist. The cover version may stay close to the original in style and arrangement or may include new interpretations and variations. A cover allows various artists to present their own unique take on the music, often bringing their unique style or perspective to the work.

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The band 's cover of the classic hit brought a fresh twist to the original.
04

suppressive fire aimed to hinder the enemy's ability to attack your forces

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The soldiers provided cover to allow their comrades to advance safely.
05

a fixed fee you pay to enter a restaurant or nightclub, besides what you spend on food and drinks

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They were surprised by the cover charge at the entrance of the upscale nightclub.
06

a lid or cap used to close or seal the top of a container

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She placed the cover on the pot to keep the soup warm.
07

the act of hiding something from sight by blocking the view

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The trees provided cover for the soldiers.
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