v.
Pronunciation: - ' k ə -v ə r
Function: transitive verb
Date: 14th century
1 : to make known : bring to light : DISCLOSE , REVEAL < uncover the truth>
2 : to expose to view by removing some covering
3 a : to take the cover from b : to remove the hat from < uncover ed his head>
4 : to deprive of protection
intransitive verb
1 : to remove a cover or covering
2 : to take off the hat as a token of respect