Covered
'kʌvərd
Definitions
3 meaningsTo place something over or on top of something else.
'kʌvər
To place something over or on top of something else to protect or conceal it.
She covered the painting with a cloth to protect it from dust.
💡 Simply: Think about putting a blanket on a bed. You *covered* the bed to keep it warm and cozy!
👶 For kids: To put something on top of something else, like putting a blanket on a bed.
More Examples
The snow covered the entire landscape.
He covered his face with his hands to hide his embarrassment.
How It's Used
"Cover the cake with icing."
"Cover your mouth when you cough."
To deal with or discuss something; to include or address.
'kʌvər
To deal with or discuss something.
The book covers the history of the Roman Empire.
💡 Simply: Imagine a teacher talking about all the different subjects in a lesson. The lesson *covered* many topics!
👶 For kids: To talk about something, like talking about different parts of a story.
More Examples
The curriculum covers all the key areas of science.
The report covers all the key details of the project.
How It's Used
"The meeting covered several important topics."
"The news channel covered the breaking story."
Protected or concealed.
'kʌvərd
Protected or concealed from something.
The covered bridge provided a scenic route.
💡 Simply: Imagine having a roof over your head when it rains. You are *covered* and safe!
👶 For kids: Protected or hidden from something, like being under a blanket.
More Examples
The covered wagon was a classic way to travel West.
The insurance policy provides covered expenses for medical emergencies.
How It's Used
"We sought covered shelter from the rain."
"The policy provides covered benefits."
Idioms & expressions
cover up
To hide something bad or illegal.
"The company tried to cover up the scandal."
covered in
Completely coated or surrounded by something.
"The child was covered in mud after playing outside."
covered with
Completely coated or surrounded by something.
"Her face was covered with tears."
From Middle English *coveren*, from Old French *covrir* (French *couvrir*), from Latin *cooperiō* (“I cover”), from *co-* (intensive prefix) + *operiō* (“I cover, conceal”).
The word 'covered' has been used since Middle English, with meanings related to protection and concealment.