Reference meaning
covering
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a natural object that covers or envelops
Related source terms
natural coveringcover
Other meanings
2. noun
an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
3. noun
the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
4. noun
the act of protecting something by covering it
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