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British pronunciation
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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.
Please cover the cake with a cloth to keep it fresh until the party.
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.
The heavy snowstorm covered the landscape with a blanket of snow, creating a serene winter scene.
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.
The news channel covered the local election extensively, interviewing candidates and analyzing voter turnout.
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.
The penguin covered its egg with its brood pouch, shielding it from the harsh Antarctic cold.
05

(of an area) to extend over a specific distance

Transitive: to cover an area
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The grounds covered eight acres.
The forest covers several hectares of land, providing habitat for diverse wildlife.
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.
The training program aims to cover key skills needed for the job.
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.
The delivery company covers a wide area, reaching remote locations to provide timely package deliveries.
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.
The marathon runners will cover 26.2 miles through the city streets.
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.
During the standoff, the hostage-taker covered the hostages, ensuring they remained compliant.
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.
The police officers covered the streets during the festival to maintain public order.
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.
The first baseman covered the bag as the pitcher attempted to pick off the runner leading off first 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
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The team leader implemented strict safety protocols to cover the company against any workplace accidents or injuries.
The contractor insisted on signing a detailed contract to cover herself against any disagreements with the client.
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.
The jacket covered her shoulders, protecting her from the cold wind.
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.
During a basketball game, the point guard covered the opposing team's top scorer.
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.
The zookeepers carefully monitored the mating process as the male lion covered the lioness in the hopes of producing offspring.
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.
The frosting covers smoothly over the cake, giving it a flawless finish.
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.
Will your scholarship cover all of your tuition fees for the upcoming semester?
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.
During the meeting, Sarah covered for her colleague by presenting the project updates in his absence.
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.
As the storm approached, the family rushed to find a cover for their picnic setup to protect it from the rain.
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.
The cozy cover made her bed even more inviting.
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.
She flipped through the magazine, attracted by the striking cover.
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.
She maintained her cover as a journalist while gathering intelligence.
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.
She performed a beautiful cover of the famous love song at the concert.
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.
During the mission, the machine gunners laid down cover to protect the infantry.
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.
The restaurant imposed a cover fee for the live music performance.
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.
The bottle 's cover was missing, making it difficult to keep the contents fresh.
07

the act of hiding something from sight by blocking the view

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The trees provided cover for the soldiers.
Thick smoke gave them cover to escape.
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