cover version

[ kuhv-er vur-zhuhn, ‐shuhn ]

noun

1. a recording or performance of a song by a singer, instrumentalist, or group other than the original performer or composer.

cover version

noun

1. See cover
   another name for cover

Word History and Origins

Origin of cover version¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Led Zeppelin made its first U.S. tour as opening act for Spirit, and even performed a cover version of a Spirit song.

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