cover

Sense 1 noun

a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

a screen of trees afforded privacy

Sense 2 verb

provide with a covering or cause to be covered

cover her face with a handkerchief

Sense 3 noun

bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

he pulled the covers over his head and went to sleep

Sense 4 verb

form a cover over

The grass covered the grave

Sense 5 noun

the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

the cover concealed their guns from enemy aircraft

Sense 6 verb

span an interval of distance, space or time

The war extended over five years

Sense 7 noun

the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

the book had a leather binding

Sense 8 verb

provide for

The grant doesn't cover my salary

Sense 9 noun

a natural object that covers or envelops

under a covering of dust

Sense 10 verb

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

This book deals with incest

Sense 11 noun

covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

he removed the top of the carton

Sense 12 verb

include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds

Sense 13 noun

fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal

Sense 14 verb

travel across or pass over

The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day

Sense 15 noun

a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

Sense 16 verb

be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

Snow reported on China in the 1950's

Sense 17 noun

a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

they made a cover of a Beatles' song

Sense 18 verb

hold within range of an aimed firearm

Sense 19 noun

a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

her new name and passport are cover for her next assignment

Sense 20 verb

to take an action to protect against future problems

Count the cash in the drawer twice just to cover yourself

Sense 21 verb

hide from view or knowledge

The President covered the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House

Sense 22 verb

protect or defend (a position in a game)

he covered left field

Sense 23 verb

maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

The second officer covered the top floor

Sense 24 verb

protect by insurance

The insurance won't cover this

Sense 25 verb

make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

he is compensating for being a bad father

Sense 26 verb

invest with a large or excessive amount of something

She covered herself with glory

Sense 27 verb

help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

She is covering for our secretary who is ill this week

Sense 28 verb

be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

Is this enough to cover the check?

Sense 29 verb

spread over a surface to conceal or protect

This paint covers well

Sense 30 verb

cover as if with a shroud

The origins of this civilization are shrouded in mystery

Sense 31 verb

copulate with a female, used especially of horses

The horse covers the mare

Sense 32 verb

put something on top of something else

cover the meat with a lot of gravy

Sense 33 verb

play a higher card than the one previously played

Smith covered again

Sense 34 verb

be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

Sense 35 verb

sit on (eggs)

Birds brood

Sense 36 verb

clothe, as if for protection from the elements

cover your head!