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Covered Definition & Meaning

covered
adjective
  1. overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form; "women with covered faces"; "covered wagons"; "a covered balcony"

"Covered" in song lyrics

See how covered is used in real songs:

  • "The black mothers are stressing, the coroners have covered"
    BJ the Chicago Kid f/ Kendrick Lamar — The World Is a Ghetto
  • "The guys ran for the stairs as the smoke covered"
    Blueprint — Inner-City-Native-Son
  • "Say they got you covered"
    Caddillac Tah — Just Like a Thug

Usage tips for "covered"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "covered" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for covered to find words that pair well.

Use "covered" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does covered mean?
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form; "women with covered faces"; "covered wagons"; "a covered balcony"
What part of speech is covered?
Covered is an adjective.

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