covering

1 of 3

noun

cov·​er·​ing ˈkə-və-riŋ 

ˈkəv-

: something that covers or conceals

covering

2 of 3

adjective

: containing explanation of or additional information about an accompanying communication

a covering letter

covering

3 of 3

present participle of cover entry 1

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

Earlier this week, Newsom signed 21 bills aimed at federal immigration enforcement, including bans on electric shock gloves and face coverings for law enforcement. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

First Amendment experts say the dress policy draft’s language is too vague, and application of the rules for religious head coverings could run afoul of both the federal and state constitutions. — Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

But this covering isn’t made from metal or even a sturdy material like bullet-proof Kevlar. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026

Sereno said researchers are examining areas that could provide information about Rex Junior’s integument — the animal’s outer covering — but the findings are being kept under wraps ahead of forthcoming research. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 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