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(cov-er-ing) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. something that is placed over another thing.

Example Sentence

The hard covering over the foot of a horse is called a hoof.

More Example Sentences

The roof is a covering for the house.

Synonyms

lid; shield; blanket

Antonyms

bare; expose; naked; uncover

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Rhymes

  • covering
  • hovering

  • covering
  • hovering
  • lovering
  • recovering

  • discovering
  • recovering
  • uncovering

  • rediscovering
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