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   Cov·er·ing

   /ˈkəv(ə)riNG/

   

   noun

   • 1. a thing used to cover something else, typically in order to protect or conceal it: "a vinyl floor covering" Similar awningtarpaulincowlingcasinghousingwrappingwrappercoverenvelopesheathsheathingsleevejacketlidtopcap
   • ▪ a layer of something that covers something else: "the sky was obscured by a covering of cloud" Similar layercoatingcoatcovercarpetblanketoverlaytoppingdustingcloakmantlecanopyfilmsheetveneercrustsurfaceskimskinthicknessdepositveilpallshroud

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   • 1. (of shooting) carried out to protect an exposed person from an enemy: "we retreated behind spurts of covering fire"

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   The meaning of COVERING is something that covers or conceals. How to use covering in a sentence.

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   Covering definition: something laid over or wrapped around a thing, especially for concealment, protection, or warmth.. See examples of COVERING used in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOVERING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   COVERING definition: 1. a layer of something that covers something else: 2. a layer of something that covers something…. Learn more.

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   Definitions of covering. noun. a natural object that covers or envelops. “under a covering of dust”. synonyms: cover, natural covering. see more. noun. an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) see more.

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   1. a. : to guard from attack. b (1) : to have within the range of one's guns : command. The ships were covering approaches to the harbor. (2) : to hold within range of an aimed firearm. The deputy covered the sheriff who was apprehending the suspect. c (1) : to afford protection or security to : insure.

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   Cover definition: to be or serve as a covering for; extend over; rest on the surface of. See examples of COVER used in a sentence.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishcovering noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   a piece of material that covers something. We pulled the plastic coverings off the new furniture. Definition of covering noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCOVERING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Definition of 'covering' Word Frequency. covering. (kʌvərɪŋ ) Word forms: plural coverings. countable noun. A covering is a layer of something that protects or hides something else. Leave a thin covering of fat. [ + of] Sawdust was used as a hygienic floor covering. Synonyms: cover, protection, coating, overlay More Synonyms of covering.

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOVER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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    COVER definition: 1. to put or spread something over something, or to lie on the surface of something: 2. to deal…. Learn more.

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    Covering definition: Something that covers, so as to protect or conceal.