covering
- n a natural object that covers or envelops
under a covering of dust - n an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
- n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
- n the act of protecting something by covering it
- n the work of applying something;
- v provide with a covering or cause to be covered
- v form a cover over
- v span an interval of distance, space or time
- v provide for
- v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
- v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
- v travel across or pass over
- v be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism
- v hold within range of an aimed firearm
- v to take an action to protect against future problems
- v hide from view or knowledge
- v protect or defend (a position in a game)
- v maintain a check on; especially by patrolling
- v protect by insurance
- v make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
- v invest with a large or excessive amount of something
- v help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities
She is covering for our secretary who is ill this week - v be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of
- v spread over a surface to conceal or protect
- v cover as if with a shroud
- v copulate with a female, used especially of horses
- v put something on top of something else
- v play a higher card than the one previously played
- v be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game
- v sit on (eggs)
- v clothe, as if for protection from the elements
covering fire
- n fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations