extra cover
Americannoun
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the position of a fielder between mid off and cover point.
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the fielder occupying this position.
noun
Etymology
Origin of extra cover
First recorded in 1865–70
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Every building in Kostyantynivka acts as a potential shelter for soldiers to hide, and in the summer months the trees provide extra cover.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
Against the impressive Windies, Tom Banton also chipped a catch to extra cover pushing a drive off Motie, while Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks were bowled and pinned lbw respectively playing from the crease.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2026
The brilliant Starc then enticed last man Tongue into a pat to extra cover.
From BBC ● Jan. 7, 2026
West Ham defender Anouk Denton has also been called up to the squad to provide extra cover as players return to full fitness and manage knocks.
From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2025
Dellow could soon cut us up a bit of canvas that would do for sail and extra cover to rig up o’ nights.
From Old Gold The Cruise of the "Jason" Brig by Stanley L. Wood
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