cover letter

[kuhv-er let-er]

noun

1. a letter that accompanies another letter, a package, or the like, to explain, commend, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cover letter¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

In a cover letter to the appeals court, Department of Justice attorney Daniel Winik did not suggest the VA was dropping the appeal, but described the report as an update, “informed by the executive order.”

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In a cover letter External link about the approval, the agency said that it believes the pipeline can comply with standards as long as Williams takes the necessary precautions.

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During the school year, students are first designated as “internship ready” once they demonstrate basic skills, such as preparing a resume and a cover letter.

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Some people use generative AI to craft CVs and cover letters.

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In a cover letter, agents Ridge and Partners LLP called the Baptist church "an important place of worship and a community facility".

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