coverage
|cov-er-age|
B2
/ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
extent of coverage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coverage' originates from the word 'cover,' which comes from Old French 'covrir,' meaning 'to cover.'
Historical Evolution
'covrir' transformed into the Middle English word 'coveren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cover.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place something over,' but over time it evolved to include the idea of 'reporting or covering news.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the extent to which something is covered.
The insurance policy offers comprehensive coverage.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the reporting of news and events in the media.
The event received extensive media coverage.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35