Covered

/ˈkʌv.ərd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

past tense and past participle of 'cover'; to place something over or upon, or to protect or conceal.

She covered the cake with a layer of icing.

to provide or pay for something.

The insurance policy covered all damages caused by the storm.

to include or encompass.

The report covered various aspects of climate change.

adjective

having a covering or protection on the surface.

The covered patio was perfect for outdoor dining during the rain.

From Middle English 'coveren', from Old French 'couvrer', from Latin 'coperire' meaning to cover.

covered in dust

to be soiled by dust accumulation.

covered by insurance

to have financial protection against certain risks.

covered from head to toe

completely dressed or covered.

cover

To place something upon or over something else.

coverage

The extent to which something is covered or reported.

covering

Something used to protect or conceal.

Under control or taken care of.

I’ve got it covered, don’t worry.

In a relationship where one partner is fully committed.

They are covered for each other; they have each other's backs.