Synonyms

uncover

American

[uhn-kuhv-er] / ʌnˈkʌv ər /

verb (used with object)

to lay bare; disclose; reveal.
to remove the cover or covering from.
to remove a hat from (the head).

verb (used without object)

to remove a cover or covering.
to take off one's hat or other head covering as a gesture of respect.

uncover British

/ ʌnˈkʌvə /

verb

(tr) to remove the cover, cap, top, etc, from
(tr) to reveal or disclose

to uncover a plot
to take off (one's head covering), esp as a mark of respect

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Etymology

Origin of uncover

First recorded in 1250–1300, uncover is from the Middle English word uncoveren. See un- ², cover

Example Sentences

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Along with recreating the fabric known as sea silk, the team uncovered the scientific reason behind its long-lasting golden color.

From Science Daily

"Our whole family never would never have existed if this whole thing hadn't been uncovered and Harry hadn't been found".

From BBC

Researchers have uncovered the molecular interactions that give spider silk its remarkable combination of strength and flexibility.

From Science Daily

But he added that new laws extended the amount of time authorities had to uncover fraud cases.

From BBC

“Based on what we have uncovered so far, we remain confident about the outcome,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

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