covered (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌvərd/

Definition

Having something spread over or on top of something else.

Examples

• The table was covered with a clean white cloth for the dinner party.

• His face was covered in dirt after playing outside all day.

• The entire garden was covered in a layer of fallen leaves.

How to Use covered

covered in (prepositional phrase)

Having a surface coated or overlaid with something. — "The floor was covered in mud after the children came inside."

covered with (prepositional phrase)

Having a surface coated or overlaid with something. — "The walls were covered with posters from the concert."

covered by (prepositional phrase)

Protected or insured by. — "The cost of the damage is covered by our home insurance."

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