Cover
volume
British pronunciation/kˈʌvɐ/
American pronunciation/ˈkəvɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "cover"

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
02

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
03

(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
04

to envelop something in a layer of material

Transitive: to cover sth with a layer of a material | to cover sth in material
05

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Transitive: to cover an area
06

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

Transitive: to cover a range of topics
07

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

Transitive: to cover a region or domain
08

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

Transitive: to cover a certain distance
09

to direct a firearm toward a target, typically a person

Transitive: to cover a target
10

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

Transitive: to cover an area or situation
11

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

Transitive: to cover a base
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
13

to clothe or provide a protective layer over something

Transitive: to cover sth
14

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

Transitive: to cover an opposing player
15

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

Transitive: to cover a female animal
16

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

Intransitive
17

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

Transitive: to cover a cost or expense
18

to fill the position or substitute for another person

Transitive: to cover for sb
Cover
01

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

cover definition and meaning
1.1

a blanket or quilt used to keep someone warm while sleeping

cover definition and meaning
1.2

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

02

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

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.

04

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

05

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

06

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

07

the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

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Example
She used a blanket to cover the delicate furniture during the move.
He decided to cover his plants with a tarp to protect them from the impending frost.
Please cover the cake with a cloth to keep it fresh until the party.
The bookshelf was used to cover the hole in the wall until repairs could be made.
The debate covered many topical issues, such as climate change and social justice.
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