covering

1 of 2

noun

cov·​er·​ing ˈkə-və-riŋ 

ˈkəv-

: something that covers or conceals

covering

2 of 2

adjective

: containing explanation of or additional information about an accompanying communication

a covering letter

Synonyms of covering

Noun

• veil
• cloak
• shroud
• wraps
• blanket
• cover

Examples of covering in a Sentence

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

Even had Guardiola stayed on, City would probably be playing a more direct brand of football next season, with players more suited to beating a man and covering ground than playing a thousand million passes. — Sam Lee, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026

Within that path, observers will experience totality — the complete covering of the sun’s disk. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The grants help pay for home improvements like upgrading roof coverings, retrofitting doors and windows, and reinforcing connections between walls and roofs. — Jaclyn De Medicci Bruneau, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that causes the breakdown of the protective covering of nerves, resulting in numbness, weakness, trouble walking, vision changes and other symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1887, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing covering

• covering letter

Rhymes for covering

• hovering
• lovering
• discovering
• recovering
• uncovering
• rediscovering

Kids Definition

covering

noun

cov·​er·​ing

ˈkəv-(ə-)riŋ

: something that covers or conceals