Covers: meaning, definitions and examples

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covers

[ ˈkʌvərz ]

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bedding

Pieces of cloth laid on a bed or furniture to protect it or to make it look attractive.

Synonyms

bedspread, blanket, duvet cover

Examples of usage

They sell a wide range of covers for duvets and pillows.
The sofa had a beautiful cover with floral patterns.

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protection

Something that is put over or around something to keep it from being damaged, dirty, etc.

Synonyms

case, shield, wrapper

Examples of usage

The car is parked under a cover to protect it from the sun.
He put a plastic cover over the keyboard to prevent dust from getting in.

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concealment

To put something over or around something to keep it from being seen or to hide it.

Synonyms

conceal, hide, shield

Examples of usage

She covers her mouth when she laughs.
He covered the stain on the carpet with a rug.

Translations

Translations of the word "covers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cobre

🇮🇳 कवर करता है

🇩🇪 deckt ab

🇮🇩 meliputi

🇺🇦 покриває

🇵🇱 pokrywa

🇯🇵 覆う

🇫🇷 couvre

🇪🇸 cubre

🇹🇷 örtüyor

🇰🇷 덮다

🇸🇦 يغطي

🇨🇿 pokryje

🇸🇰 pokryje

🇨🇳 覆盖

🇸🇮 pokrije

🇮🇸 hylur

🇰🇿 қамтиды

🇬🇪 ფარავს

🇦🇿 örtür

🇲🇽 cubre

Word origin

The word 'covers' originated from Old French 'covrir' which means 'to cover'. It has been used in English since the 13th century. The concept of covering or protecting something has been a fundamental part of human behavior since ancient times, where people used various materials to shield themselves from the elements. The word has evolved over the years to encompass a wide range of meanings, from physical protection to concealment and adornment.