Definition (noun) a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
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a screen of trees afforded privacy
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under cover of darkness
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the brush provided a covert for game
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the simplest concealment is to match perfectly the color of the background
Definition (noun) bedding that keeps a person warm in bed
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he pulled the covers over his head and went to sleep
Definition (noun) the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
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the cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft
Definition (noun) the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
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the book had a leather binding
Definition (noun) a natural object that covers or envelops
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under a covering of dust
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the fox was flushed from its cover
Definition (noun) covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)
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he removed the top of the carton
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he couldn't get the top off of the bottle
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put the cover back on the kettle
Definition (noun) fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations
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artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal
Definition (noun) a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink
Definition (noun) a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else
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they made a cover of a Beatles' song
Definition (noun) a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)
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her new name and passport are cover for her next assignment
Definition (verb) provide with a covering or cause to be covered
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cover her face with a handkerchief
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cover the child with a blanket
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cover the grave with flowers
Definition (verb) form a cover over
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The grass covered the grave
Definition (verb) span an interval of distance, space or time
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The war extended over five years
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The period covered the turn of the century
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My land extends over the hills on the horizon
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This farm covers some 200 acres
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The Archipelago continues for another 500 miles
Definition (verb) provide for
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The grant doesn't cover my salary
Definition (verb) act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
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This book deals with incest
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The course covered all of Western Civilization
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The new book treats the history of China
Definition (verb) include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
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This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds
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this should cover everyone in the group
Definition (verb) travel across or pass over
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The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day
Definition (verb) be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism
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Snow reported on China in the 1950's
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The cub reporter covered New York City
Definition (verb) hold within range of an aimed firearm
Definition (verb) to take an action to protect against future problems
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Count the cash in the drawer twice just to cover yourself
Definition (verb) hide from view or knowledge
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The President covered the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House
Definition (verb) protect or defend (a position in a game)
Definition (verb) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling
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The second officer covered the top floor
Definition (verb) protect by insurance
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The insurance won't cover this
Definition (verb) make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
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he is compensating for being a bad father
Definition (verb) invest with a large or excessive amount of something
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She covered herself with glory
Definition (verb) help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities
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She is covering for our secretary who is ill this week
Definition (verb) be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of
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Is this enough to cover the check?
Definition (verb) spread over a surface to conceal or protect
Definition (verb) cover as if with a shroud
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The origins of this civilization are shrouded in mystery
Definition (verb) copulate with a female, used especially of horses
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The horse covers the mare
Definition (verb) put something on top of something else
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cover the meat with a lot of gravy
Definition (verb) play a higher card than the one previously played
Definition (verb) be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game
Definition (verb) sit on (eggs)
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Birds brood
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The female covers the eggs
Definition (verb) clothe, as if for protection from the elements