cover
kuh ver
- n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
under cover of darkness
the brush provided a covert for game - n bedding that keeps a person warm in bed
he pulled the covers over his head and went to sleep - n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
the cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft - n the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
- n a natural object that covers or envelops
under a covering of dust
the fox was flushed from its cover - n covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)
put the cover back on the kettle - n fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations
artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal - n a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink
- n a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else
they made a cover of a Beatles' song - n a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)
her new name and passport are cover for her next assignment - v provide with a covering or cause to be covered
cover her face with a handkerchief
cover the child with a blanket
cover the grave with flowers - v form a cover over
The grass covered the grave - v span an interval of distance, space or time
The period covered the turn of the century
This farm covers some 200 acres - v provide for
The grant doesn't cover my salary - v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
The course covered all of Western Civilization - v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
this should cover everyone in the group - v travel across or pass over
The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day - v be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism
The cub reporter covered New York City - v hold within range of an aimed firearm
- v to take an action to protect against future problems
Count the cash in the drawer twice just to cover yourself - v hide from view or knowledge
The President covered the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House - v protect or defend (a position in a game)
he covered left field - v maintain a check on; especially by patrolling
The second officer covered the top floor - v protect by insurance
The insurance won't cover this - v make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
- v invest with a large or excessive amount of something
She covered herself with glory - 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
Is this enough to cover the check? - v spread over a surface to conceal or protect
This paint covers well - v cover as if with a shroud
- v copulate with a female, used especially of horses
The horse covers the mare - v put something on top of something else
cover the meat with a lot of gravy - v play a higher card than the one previously played
Smith covered again - v be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game
- v sit on (eggs)
The female covers the eggs - v clothe, as if for protection from the elements
cover your head!
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- I could be really disappointed and hurt by what is said about me: all this trivial stuff about wardrobes and if I was wearing huge gowns, would it cover up my plaster?.