covers

1. n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something n bedding that keeps a person warm in bed n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it n the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book n a natural object that covers or envelops n covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) n fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations n a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink n a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else n a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent) v provide with a covering or cause to be covered v form a cover over v span an interval of distance, space or time v provide for v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory v travel across or pass over v be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism v hold within range of an aimed firearm v to take an action to protect against future problems v hide from view or knowledge v protect or defend (a position in a game) v maintain a check on; especially by patrolling v protect by insurance v make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities v invest with a large or excessive amount of something v help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities v be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of v spread over a surface to conceal or protect v cover as if with a shroud v copulate with a female, used especially of horses v put something on top of something else v play a higher card than the one previously played v be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game v sit on (eggs) v clothe, as if for protection from the elements Source: ecdict

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