The ground was covered with snow.
The ground was covered with snow.
English
cover
ˈkʌvɚ, ˈkʌv.ɚ, ˈkʌvə, ˈkʌvər
Meaning: to place something over or upon something else; to spread over a surface
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | cover |
| 3rd person singular present | covers |
| Present participle | coverring |
| Past | coverred |
| Will future | will cover |
| Going-to future | going to cover |
| Imperative negative | don't cover / do not cover |
Example sentences
The heavy snow covered the entire mountain.
The heavy snow covered the entire mountain.
The local press covered the opening of the new library.
The local press covered the opening of the new library.
The lake was covered in thick ice.
The lake was covered in thick ice.
A blanket of snow covered the ground.
A blanket of snow covered the ground.
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe a layer of material spreading over an area or protecting something.
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