Cover

usgb/ˈkʌvər/
verb

To place something over or on top of something.

She used a blanket to cover the baby.
Visual representation of "cover" - To place something over or on top of something

Often appears as...

  • cover the surface
  • cover the pot
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Visual representation of "cover"
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Physical concealment

Use 'cover' to talk about hiding or protecting something by putting it under another thing.

Illustration for Physical concealment
He covered the leftover food with foil.
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Implicit protection

Something covered is often shielded from harm, like covering a wound.

Illustration for Implicit protection
You should cover the cut to prevent infection.
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Disguise

Cover can mean to disguise something’s true appearance or nature.

Illustration for Disguise
They covered the old walls with a fresh coat of paint.
Visual representation of the word "Cover"

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