coverage

noun

cov·​er·​age ˈkə-və-rij 

ˈkəv-

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

Synonyms of coverage

• content

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Previously, the bazaar lasted a full weekend, according to previous Bee coverage, but it is now contained to a single-day event on Saturday. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Cyrus’ flawless-looking skin was in part thanks to the Maybelline New York Lifter Plump and Glow Foundation, a sheer base that can be built up for more coverage. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

His aforementioned quickness off the line of scrimmage and route-running can beat man-to-man coverage. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026

After scouring recent and archival shopping coverage in The Times, and seeking recommendations from Styles reporters, editors and contributors, nearly 90 stores across the five boroughs emerged as contenders. — New York Times, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing coverage

• live coverage

Kids Definition

coverage

noun

cov·​er·​age ˈkəv-(ə-)rij 

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 

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