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

Dressing your windows not only gives them a more finished look, window coverings bring a slew of benefits. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 14 July 2026

Additional jolts of sophistication come courtesy of a custom Area Environments wall covering, a gold mirror from Made Goods, Jiun Ho sconces, and German photographer Ellen von Unwerth’s black and white snapshot of a carefree Naomi Campbell. — Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026

The model was designed to be worn with or without the covering, offering different options for both on and off-court wear. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 11 July 2026

The leg-covering length is a chic no-brainer for lounging in the grass. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 9 July 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