uncover

verb
UK: /ʌnˈkʌvər/
US: /ʌnˈkʌvər/

  1. To remove something that is covering something else.

    1. Uncover the dish before serving it.
    2. Detectives must uncover clues to solve the mystery quickly.

  2. To discover something secret or hidden.

    1. They will uncover the truth.
    2. The investigation hopes to uncover evidence of fraud.

Synonyms

find expose unearth discover reveal
uncover adjective

  1. Having been revealed or discovered; no longer hidden.

    1. The uncover truth can shock.
    2. The uncover secrets are dangerous to society and democracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "uncover" in English means: To remove something that is covering something else., To discover something secret or hidden..

The phonetic transcription of "uncover" is /ʌnˈkʌvər/ in British English and /ʌnˈkʌvər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "uncover": find, expose, unearth, discover, reveal.

Example usage of "uncover": "Uncover the dish before serving it.". More examples on the page.