Covering

/ˈkʌv.ər.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Something that serves as a layer or a protective covering over something else.

The roof has a new covering to protect it from the rain.

A material or substance that is used to cover something.

The sofa has a lovely fabric covering that matches the decor.

A layer of ice or snow that covers the ground.

The covering of snow made the landscape look pristine and beautiful.

verb

Present participle of cover, meaning to place something over or upon.

She is covering the cake with icing for the party.

To include or encompass something.

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.

covering someone's back

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

covering a story

The journalist is covering the breaking news at the scene.