coverage

noun

cov·​er·​age ˈkəv-rij How to pronounce coverage (audio)
ˈkə-və-
1
: something that covers: such as
a
: inclusion within the scope of an insurance policy or protective plan : insurance
b
: the amount available to meet liabilities
c
: inclusion within the scope of discussion or reporting
the news coverage of the trial
2
: the total group covered : scope: such as
a
: all the risks covered by the terms of an insurance contract
b
: the number or percentage of persons reached by a communications medium
3
: the act or fact of covering

Examples of coverage in a Sentence

The issue is not getting much coverage in the mainstream press. There was massive TV coverage of the funeral. For more complete coverage of this issue, see Chapter Six. The book gives full coverage to the history of the word.
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Residents have several internet providers to choose from, each offering different speeds, prices and coverage. Kara McGinley, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025 The highest coverage area is along the coast from Stuart to near Daytona Beach. Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025 His high school coaches in Roswell, Ga., taught him different coverages and which defenders occupy specific spots in those coverages. Alec Lewis, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025 Sky will also feature a comprehensive highlights package and other shoulder programming throughout the week, ensuring Bundesliga fans have access to world-class coverage and expert analysis. Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coverage

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of coverage was in 1912

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Cite this Entry

“Coverage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coverage. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

coverage

noun
cov·​er·​age ˈkəv-(ə-)rij How to pronounce coverage (audio)
1
: the act or fact of covering or something that covers
insurance coverage
news coverage
2
: the number or amount covered : scope

Legal Definition

coverage

noun
cov·​er·​age ˈkə-və-rij How to pronounce coverage (audio)
1
: protection or indemnification by an insurance policy
the policy provides extensive coverage against burglary
2
: a risk assumed by the terms of an insurance contract
the policy lists four coverages: liability, medical payments, uninsured motorists, and physical damage

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