covering
nounHow many syllables in covering?
There are 3 syllables in the word covering.How to pronounce covering:
Definition of covering:
- covering (noun):
- something that covers or conceals
- the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it.
Synonyms for covering:
application
blanket
casing
cloak
clothing
coating
concealing
concealment
cope
cover
cover-up
coverture
curtain
hiding
hood
housing
layer
mantle
mask
masking
natural covering
overlay
pall
protection
robe
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