- present participle of cover.
covering
Americannoun
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something laid over or wrapped around a thing, especially for concealment, protection, or warmth.
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Mathematics. cover.
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the buying of securities or commodities that one has sold short, in order to return them to the person from whom they were borrowed.
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Etymology
Origin of covering
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at cover, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Insurers could still step in for 2028, but nothing compels them to, and they balked once for a simple reason: Covering this category pushes premiums higher for everyone.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Covering this chaos is taking a toll on everyone — especially members of the press.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
Covering the cost of these tickets for the fans who traveled to Bodø is the least we can do.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
Covering just 2.5 square kilometres, the island has no native land mammals, which means any wolves found there must have been transported by people.
From Science Daily • Dec. 29, 2025
Covering the school with our handiwork takes planning, since we don’t want anybody catching us at it.
From "The Misfits" by James Howe
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