Covering — synonyms, covering antonyms, definition

1. covering (o)

about above aloft in contact with on on top of over overtop roofing touching upon upper

2. covering (a)

about above aloft exterior external hiding out of sight outer outside outward over overtop roofing surface upper

3. covering (Noun)

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covering (Noun) — A natural object that covers or envelops. ex. "under a covering of dust"

covering (Noun) — An artifact that covers something else (usually to protect, shelter or conceal it).

covering (Noun) — The act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it. ex. "the covering concealed their guns from enemy aircraft"

covering (Noun) — The act of protecting something by covering it.

covering (Noun) — The work of applying something. ex. "the doctor prescribed a topical covering of iodine"

artefact artifact concealing concealment hiding manual labor manual labour natural object protection anointing anointment article of clothing artificial skin bark blanket body covering bootleg bubble canopy cap case casing chafing gear chlamys cloak cloth covering clothing coat coating • • •

4. covering (Verb)

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covering (Verb) — Provide with a covering or cause to be covered. ex. "cover her face with a handkerchief" ex. "cover the child with a blanket" ex. "cover the grave with flowers"

covering (Verb) — Form a cover over. ex. "The grass covered the grave"

covering (Verb) — Span an interval of distance, space or time. ex. "The period covered the turn of the century" ex. "This farm covers some 200 acres"

covering (Verb) — Provide for. ex. "The grant doesn't cover my salary"

covering (Verb) — Act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression. ex. "The course covered all of Western Civilization"

covering (Verb) — Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory. ex. "this should cover everyone in the group"

covering (Verb) — Travel across or pass over. ex. "The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day"

covering (Verb) — Be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism. ex. "The cub reporter covered New York City"

covering (Verb) — Hold within range of an aimed firearm.

covering (Verb) — To take an action to protect against future problems. ex. "Count the cash in the drawer twice just to cover yourself"

covering (Verb) — Hide from view or knowledge. ex. "The President covered the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House"

covering (Verb) — Protect or defend (a position in a game). ex. "he covered left field"

covering (Verb) — Maintain a check on; especially by patrolling. ex. "The second officer covered the top floor"

covering (Verb) — Protect by insurance. ex. "The insurance won't cover this"

covering (Verb) — Make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities. ex. "he is covering for being a bad father"

covering (Verb) — Invest with a large or excessive amount of something. ex. "She covered herself with glory"

covering (Verb) — Help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities. ex. "She is covering for our secretary who is ill this week"

covering (Verb) — Be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of. ex. "Is this enough to cover the check?"

covering (Verb) — Spread over a surface to conceal or protect. ex. "This paint covers well"

covering (Verb) — Cover as if with a shroud. ex. "The origins of this civilization are covered in mystery"

covering (Verb) — (animal husbandry) copulate with a female, used especially of horses. ex. "The horse covers the mare"

covering (Verb) — Put something on top of something else. ex. "cover the meat with a lot of gravy"

covering (Verb) — (card game) play a higher card than the one previously played. ex. "Smith covered again"

covering (Verb) — Be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game.

covering (Verb) — Sit on (eggs). ex. "The female covers the eggs"

covering (Verb) — Clothe, as if for protection from the elements. ex. "cover your head!"

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