covering (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌvərɪŋ/

Definition

A layer or material that is placed over something to protect it, hide it, or keep it warm.

Examples

• The thick blanket served as a warm covering on the cold night.

• The archaeologists found a protective covering over the ancient artifact.

• She used a plastic covering to keep the food fresh.

How to Use covering

covering for (prepositional phrase)

Serving as protection or a substitute for something. — "This tarp can serve as a covering for the damaged roof."

under covering (prepositional phrase)

Beneath a layer of protection. — "The valuable documents were kept under covering in the safe."

Synonyms of covering

Words with a similar meaning to covering:

• layer
• sheath
• coating
• wrap

Antonyms of covering

Words with the opposite meaning to covering:

• uncovering
• exposure

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