uncovered
Americanadjective
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having no cover or covering.
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having the head bare.
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not protected by collateral or other security, as a loan.
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not protected by insurance.
Workers want their uncovered spouses to join the health plan.
adjective
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not covered; revealed or bare
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not protected by insurance, security, etc
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with hat removed as a mark of respect
Etymology
Origin of uncovered
First recorded in 1350–1400, uncovered is from the Middle English word uncovert. See un- 1, cover, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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The team also uncovered several reasons why these disparities occur.
From Science Daily
Instead, they uncovered something unexpected: a companion star moving on a highly elongated orbit.
From Science Daily
A BBC investigation has uncovered claims that essay cheating remains widespread at UK universities despite the introduction of a law designed to stop it.
From BBC
The tooth was uncovered in 2022 from a river deposit in North Dakota.
From Science Daily
A team of prominent microbiologists now believes they may have uncovered an important clue.
From Science Daily
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