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Cover

usgb/ˈkʌvər/Volume
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Physical concealment

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

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He covered the leftover food with foil.
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Implicit protection

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

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You should cover the cut to prevent infection.
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Disguise

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

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They covered the old walls with a fresh coat of paint.
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