cover

fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

“artillery provided covering fire for the withdrawal”

a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

“they made a cover of a Beatles' song”

a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

“her new name and passport are cover for her next assignment”

travel across or pass over

“The caravan covered almost 100 miles each day”

be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

“Snow reported on China in the 1950's”

“The cub reporter covered New York City”

“They won't cover the story”

hold within range of an aimed firearm

to take an action to protect against future problems

“Count the cash in the drawer twice just to cover yourself”

hide from view or knowledge

“The President covered the fact that he bugged the offices in the White House”

protect or defend (a position in a game)

“he covered left field”

maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

“The second officer covered the top floor”

protect by insurance

“The insurance won't cover this”

make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

“he is compensating for being a bad father”

invest with a large or excessive amount of something

“She covered herself with glory”

help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming their responsibilities

“She is covering for our secretary who is ill this week”

be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

“Is this enough to cover the check?”

spread over a surface to conceal or protect

“This paint covers well”

cover as if with a shroud

“The origins of this civilization are shrouded in mystery”

copulate with a female, used especially of horses

“The horse covers the mare”

put something on top of something else

“cover the meat with a lot of gravy”

play a higher card than the one previously played

“Smith covered again”

be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

sit on (eggs)

“Birds brood”

“The female covers the eggs”

clothe, as if for protection from the elements

“cover your head!”