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English Words Starting With C

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cover girl
nounC1
/ˈkʌvə ɡɜːl/An attractive female model whose photograph appears on the front cover of a magazine, especially a fashion or lifestyle publication.
cover glass
nounLow
/ˈkʌvə ɡlɑːs/A thin, flat piece of glass placed over a specimen on a microscope slide to protect it and flatten it for viewing.
cover letter
nounB2
/ˈkʌvə ˌletə/A letter sent with a CV/resume when applying for a job, explaining your interest and suitability for the position.
cover note
nounLow
/ˈkʌvə nəʊt/A temporary document issued by an insurance company confirming that insurance is in place until the full policy documents are prepared and delivered.
cover point
nounC2/Advanced
/ˈkʌvə pɔɪnt/A specific fielding position in cricket, typically situated on the off side, roughly level with the batsman and between point and extra cover.
cover slip
nounLow (Technical)
/ˈkʌvə slɪp/A very thin, flat piece of glass or plastic used in microscopy to cover a specimen mounted on a microscope slide.
cover story
nounB2
/ˈkʌvə ˌstɔːri/A false story or identity used to hide the true nature of an activity or mission, especially in espionage or journalism.
cover text
nounC1
/ˈkʌvə tɛkst/The main written content of a publication (book, magazine, report, etc.) that lies between the covers, as opposed to ancillary elements like indices, titles, or images.
cover version
nounB2 (Medium-High)
/ˈkʌvə ˌvɜːʃən/A new recording or performance of a song that was originally recorded and made popular by another artist.
cover-shoulder
nounRare / Specialized
/ˈkʌvə ˌʃəʊldə/To provide literal or figurative protection or concealment for someone.
cover-up
nounverbB2
/ˈkʌvər ʌp/An attempt to prevent people from discovering the truth about a serious mistake or crime.
coverage
nounHigh (B2)
/ˈkʌv(ə)rɪdʒ/The extent or degree to which something is observed, analyzed, reported on, or protected.
coverall
nounB2
/ˈkʌvərɔːl/A one-piece protective garment that covers the torso, arms and legs.
coverdale
nounVery Low
/ˈkʌvədeɪl/A proper noun referring to a specific person, most notably Miles Coverdale (c. 1488–1569), the English biblical scholar and translator who produced the first complete printed English translation of the Bible.
covered bridge
nounC1
/ˌkʌv.əd ˈbrɪdʒ/A timber bridge with a roof and enclosed sides, originally designed to protect the wooden structure from weather and extend its lifespan.
covered wagon
nounLow
/ˌkʌvəd ˈwæɡən/A large wagon with a canvas top stretched over hoops, historically used for transport and migration, especially in North America in the 19th century.
covered-dish supper
nounLow (common in specific cultural/regional contexts)
/ˌkʌvəd ˈdɪʃ ˈsʌpə(r)/A communal meal where each guest or family brings a prepared dish to share.
covering
nounB1
/ˈkʌv.ər.ɪŋ/A layer or object that is placed on or over something else to enclose, protect, or hide it.
covering fire
nounC1/C2 (Low-frequency, domain-specific)
/ˈkʌvərɪŋ ˈfaɪə/Military fire used to protect friendly forces while they are moving or attacking, by forcing enemy forces to take cover or suppressing their ability to return fire.
covering letter
nounB2
/ˈkʌvərɪŋ ˌletə/A letter sent with a CV, application form, or other documents to explain or introduce them.

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