covering

1 of 2

noun

cov·​er·​ing ˈkəv-riŋ How to pronounce covering (audio)
ˈkə-və-
: something that covers or conceals

covering

2 of 2

adjective

: containing explanation of or additional information about an accompanying communication
a covering letter

Examples of covering in a Sentence

Noun with the commotion on the dance floor as a covering, we were able to slip out undetected the plastic coverings on lamp shades should be removed
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Although the district encourages students to wear masks at school, the use of protective face coverings is not currently required. Maria Pasquini, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024 The animal’s thymus gland, which is responsible for educating the immune system, was placed under the covering of the kidney. Emily Mullin, WIRED, 24 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for covering 

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of covering was in the 14th century

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“Covering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/covering. Accessed 7 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

covering

noun
cov·​er·​ing
ˈkəv-(ə-)riŋ
: something that covers or conceals

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