uncover

[ uhn-kuhv-er ]

verb (used with object)

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

verb (used without object)

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

uncover

/ ʌnˈkʌvə /

verb

1. tr to remove the cover, cap, top, etc, from
2. tr to reveal or disclose

   to uncover a plot

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncover¹

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

Example Sentences

Researchers were able to uncover traces of natural selection -- signs of genetic adaptation to environmental pressures -- that are undetectable in the DNA of modern Europeans.

From Science Daily

Laub has shown some remorse for her acts and, in a text thread uncovered by government agents, told a family member “I know what I did is unforgivable,” prosecutors said.

From Los Angeles Times

The inquiry has been hearing more detail about how the true identities of the suspects were uncovered.

From BBC

However, Cothran's new research collaboration, led by the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, has uncovered that the Y chromosome does have meaningful variation and is important for species diversity.

From Science Daily

“Our investigation has uncovered evidence that Cedars-Sinai may have engaged in a pattern of inaction and/or neglect concerning the health risks associated with Black maternity patients,” the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bring to light
• crack
• discover
• divulge
• expose
• unearth