covering

• Matériau ou couche servant à protéger, recouvrir ou décorer ; action de recouvrir ; prise en charge par une assurance ; couverture médiatique ; remplacement temporaire.

A material, layer, or object placed over something to protect, conceal, or decorate it; also refers to the action of placing something over another thing, or to insurance protection, media reporting, or a substitute arrangement.

1. Protective or decorative layerB1formaltechnical

   A material, fabric, or object designed to be placed over a surface or item to shield it from damage, conceal its appearance, or enhance its aesthetic qualities, commonly used in construction, manufacturing, and interior design.

   Revêtement protecteur ou décoratif

   • The furniture was protected with a durable fabric covering during transportation.
   • Architects selected weather-resistant materials for the roof covering to ensure longevity.
   • She chose a decorative covering for the table that complemented the room's color scheme.
   • Industrial equipment often requires specialized coverings to prevent corrosion and wear.
   • The bookbinding process includes applying a protective covering to preserve the pages.

   Synonymesblanketcasingcladdingcoatingcoverfacingfinishlayeroverlaysheathveneerwrapping

2. Act of placing something over anotherB2formal

   The process or action of positioning a material, object, or layer on top of or around something else, often performed to achieve protection, concealment, insulation, or preparation for further processing.

   Action de recouvrir

   • The covering of sensitive documents is required before archival storage.
   • Proper covering of wounds helps prevent infection and promotes healing.
   • The covering of outdoor equipment before winter reduces maintenance costs.
   • Artists often begin with the covering of the canvas in a base coat before painting.
   • The covering of seeds with soil at the correct depth is essential for germination.

   Synonymescoatingenvelopingmaskingshieldingveilingwrapping

   Antonymesexposureremovalrevelationuncovering

3. Insurance or financial protectionC1formalbusiness

   A contractual arrangement in which an insurer agrees to compensate for specified losses, damages, or liabilities in exchange for premium payments, providing financial security against unforeseen events.

   Couverture d'assurance

   • The policy provides comprehensive covering for property damage caused by natural disasters.
   • Employees should review their health covering options during open enrollment periods.
   • Travel insurance often includes covering for trip cancellations and medical emergencies.
   • Business owners seek adequate covering to protect against liability claims.
   • The new regulation mandates minimum covering requirements for all commercial vehicles.

   Synonymesassurancecovercoverageindemnityinsuranceprotection

4. Media reporting or journalistic attentionB2formalpolitical

   The act of documenting, analyzing, and disseminating information about events, issues, or topics through news outlets, broadcasts, or digital platforms, serving to inform the public and shape discourse.

   couverture médiatique

   • The international summit received extensive covering from major news organizations.
   • Investigative covering of corporate practices led to significant regulatory reforms.
   • Local journalists provided detailed covering of the community development project.
   • Social media has transformed the speed and reach of event covering worldwide.
   • Ethical guidelines require balanced and accurate covering of controversial topics.

   Synonymescoveragejournalismreportagereporting

• Verbe signifiant placer quelque chose sur ou au-dessus d'une autre chose, ou inclure/traiter un sujet.

A verb used to indicate placing something over or upon something else, or to include or deal with a topic.

1. A1formal

   To place something over or upon something else to protect, hide, or enclose it.

   couvrir (recouvrir d'une protection)

   • Cover the food with plastic wrap.
   • She covered the table with a cloth.
   • Please cover the windows with curtains.

   Synonymesblanketcoatenvelopoverlayoverspreadwrap

   Antonymesexposerevealuncover

2. B1formal

   To include or deal with a particular subject or topic.

   couvrir, traiter

   • The book covers all aspects of history.
   • The report covers the main issues.
   • This course covers basic programming concepts.

   Synonymesaddresscompriseconsidercontaindiscussembraceencompassincludeinvolvetreat

   Antonymesexcludeomit

3. B1formal

   To protect or defend someone or something from attack or danger.

   Protéger ou défendre

   • The soldiers covered their position with fire.
   • He covered me during the escape.
   • The insurance covers damage from accidents.

   Synonymesdefendguardprotectsheltershield

   Antonymesendangerexpose

4. Travel a distanceB2formal

   To travel a particular distance or area.

   parcourir une distance

   • They covered 500 miles in one day.
   • The reporter covered the entire event.
   • The team covered a lot of ground in their investigation.

   Synonymescrossgo acrossnegotiatepass overtraveltraverse

Variantes phrasalcover forcover up