Cover

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Physical concealmentPlay
Use 'cover' to talk about hiding or protecting something by putting it under another thing. SlideHe covered the leftover food with foil.
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Implicit protectionPlay
Something covered is often shielded from harm, like covering a wound. SlideYou should cover the cut to prevent infection.
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DisguisePlay
Cover can mean to disguise something’s true appearance or nature. SlideThey covered the old walls with a fresh coat of paint.