English dictionary
uncover
verbPronunciation
/ʌnˈkʌvə(ɹ)/
/ʌnˈkʌvɚ/
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- To remove a cover from.
- To reveal the identity of.
- To show openly; to disclose; to reveal.
- To remove one's hat or cap as a mark of respect.
- To expose the genitalia.
- To expose (lines of formation of troops) successively by the wheeling to right or left of the lines in front.
Example sentences
The model railway was uncovered.
The murderer has finally been uncovered.
