Meaning & Definition of word "Covering"

Covering

/ˈkʌv.ər.ɪŋ/

1. Something that serves as a layer or a protective covering over something else.
- Example: The roof has a new covering to protect it from the rain.
2. A material or substance that is used to cover something.
- Example: The sofa has a lovely fabric covering that matches the decor.
3. A layer of ice or snow that covers the ground.
- Example: The covering of snow made the landscape look pristine and beautiful.

1. Present participle of cover, meaning to place something over or upon.
- Example: She is covering the cake with icing for the party.
2. To include or encompass something.
- Example: The report is covering all aspects of the project's progress.

from Middle English 'coveringe', from 'coveren' + '-ing'

covering letter:

a letter sent with a document, explaining its purpose.

covering all bases:

to prepare for every possible situation.

covering fire:

fire provided to shield and protect forces.

cover:

to place something over or upon, as to protect or conceal.

uncovering:

the act of removing a covering.

covered:

past tense of cover; protected or concealed.

Meaning: covering someone's back

Example Sentence: I've got your covering when you go into that meeting.

Meaning: covering a story

Example Sentence: The journalist is covering the breaking news at the scene.