covering

noun

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cov·er·ing | \ ˈkəv-riŋ

, ˈkə-və- \

Definition of covering

(Entry 1 of 2)

: something that covers or conceals

covering

adjective

Definition of covering (Entry 2 of 2)

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

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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 This sets up both the SPX and the COMP for a good Q2 start from a chart standpoint, and may have caused some short covering as bears threw in the towel, so to speak. — Jj Kinahan, Forbes, "Delayed Reaction: Three Days After Blowout Jobs Report, Stocks Enjoy Tailwind," 5 Apr. 2021 Each player straps a belt around his waist, and the device, a wearable technology pad, is secure inside a plastic covering. — Pat Stoetzer, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Francis Scott Key football using new technology to speed up tempo, practice social distancing," 5 Apr. 2021 To this day, the farm doesn’t use supplemental water (except for in the crop tunnel that has a covering). — Mara Weinraub, Country Living, "How One Woman Is Cultivating Food Justice in Her Community," 1 Apr. 2021 The chefs’ counters are stainless steel and the walls are covered in an easy-to-clean plastic covering, just like inside the restaurant. — Janelle Bitker, San Francisco Chronicle, "Ju-Ni debuts an all-outdoor omakase sushi bar in San Francisco," 26 Mar. 2021 Other gear include the Boundary Tent, a lightweight, versatile freestanding screen, and the Table Tent, a covering that converts any desk, bench, or table into a private place to work. — Rachel King, Fortune, "Returning to the office? Picture yourself in a ‘work tent’," 13 Mar. 2021 Second, skip the distracting contrasting-color element on the center console but opt for the Pur Sport's punctured-leather dash covering. — John Pearley Huffman, Car and Driver, "2021 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Goes to Extremes," 5 Mar. 2021 Under the mandate, individuals will be required to wear a mask or other facial covering when in public and in close contact with other people through Dec. 11. — Daniella Genovese, Fox News, "Reinstated coronavirus restrictions by state: What you need to know," 17 Nov. 2020 Mask or cloth facial covering is required to be worn at all times for visitors age 2 and over. — Phillip Valys, sun-sentinel.com, "Norton Museum of Art set to reopen with limited hours," 11 Nov. 2020

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