covered
UK: ˈkʌvəd | US: ˈkʌvərd
adj. 1. Overlaid or protected with a layer or material.
adj. 2. Hidden or concealed from view.
vt. 1. To place something over or upon another object.
vt. 2. To include or deal with a subject or range of topics.
The word "covered" derives from the Old French "covrir" (to cover), which itself traces back to the Latin "cooperire" (completely covered). The prefix "co-" (intensive) + "operire" (to close or cover) evolved into Middle English "coveren." The suffix "-ed" marks it as a past participle or adjective, indicating a completed action or state. The logic reflects physical concealment (e.g., a lid covering a jar) or abstract inclusion (e.g., a report covering all details).
The table was covered with a white cloth.
Her face was covered by a veil during the ceremony.
The textbook covers all major historical events.
Snow covered the mountains in winter.
The journalist covered the political scandal extensively.