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cov·er
 cover
- pronunciation:
- kuh
v
 r
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
covered, covering, covers |
| definition 1: |
to put or spread something over or on something else.
Cover your bicycle so it doesn't get wet in the rain.
- synonyms:
- shelter
- antonyms:
- bare, expose
- similar words:
- coat
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| definition 2: |
to protect from possible loss; insure.
Our insurance covers both cars.- synonyms:
- insure, protect
- similar words:
- guard, insulate, shield
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| definition 3: |
to give attention to something; include.
Our textbook covers many topics.- synonyms:
- include
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| definition 4: |
to take the place of someone who is absent.
You take a break, and I'll cover for you. |
| related words: |
apply, flood, patch, protect, wrap |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
something that you put on something else to protect it.
Put the cover back on the can of paint.The cover of a book keeps the pages from being torn.- synonyms:
- cap, covering, lid, screen, shield, top
- similar words:
- blanket, curtain, hood, layer, protection, shelter, tent
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| related words: |
blind, cap, crown, lid, wrap |
| derivations: |
coverable (adj.), covered (adj.), coverer (n.) |
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