uncover
Americanverb (used with object)
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to lay bare; disclose; reveal.
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to remove the cover or covering from.
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to remove a hat from (the head).
verb (used without object)
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to remove a cover or covering.
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to take off one's hat or other head covering as a gesture of respect.
verb
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(tr) to remove the cover, cap, top, etc, from
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(tr) to reveal or disclose
to uncover a plot
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to take off (one's head covering), esp as a mark of respect
Other Word Forms
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Participles
Conjugated Forms
Present
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uncoversimple
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uncoverssimple
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have uncoveredperfect
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has uncoveredperfect
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am uncoveringprogressive
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are uncoveringprogressive
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is uncoveringprogressive
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have been uncoveringperfect progressive
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has been uncoveringperfect progressive
Past
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uncoveredsimple
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had uncoveredperfect
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was uncoveringprogressive
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were uncoveringprogressive
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had been uncoveringperfect progressive
Future
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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Ashirwad added that broader field surveys could uncover even more variations within the species.
From Science Daily • Jul. 9, 2026
A bottom-up investment approach can uncover individual stocks exhibiting exceptional relative strength, identifying the names most likely to lead when the broader group regains momentum.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
“We are thinking worst-case scenario,” Honsal said, “and we are here to book and uncover whatever evidence we could possibly find.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
Based within the Journal’s investigations bureau, Will specializes in leveraging open-source research techniques and public records in conjunction with sourced material to find difficult to obtain information and uncover hidden truths.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
“Oh!” my mom exclaims, reaching to switch off the burner and uncover the pot as the water comes streaming down the sides.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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