coverup

UK
/ˈkʌv.ər.ʌp/
US
/ˈkʌv.ɚ.ʌp/

Translations

coverupnoun
coverups
pl
UK
/ˈkʌv.ər.ʌp/
US
/ˈkʌv.ɚ.ʌp/
The government was accused of a coverup regarding the scandal.
Правительство обвинили в прикрытии скандала.
The artist used a clever coverup to hide the mistake in the painting.
Художник использовал умную маскировку, чтобы скрыть ошибку в картине.
Additional translations
coverupadjective
Attributive use of the noun to modify another noun (e.g., coverup operation).

Definitions

coverupnoun
An attempt to prevent people from discovering the truth about a serious mistake or crime.
The investigation revealed a massive coverup by the company to hide the environmental damage.
A piece of clothing worn over a swimsuit, often to provide modesty or protection from the sun.
She wore a colorful coverup to the beach to protect her skin from the sun.
A cosmetic preparation used to conceal blemishes on the skin.
She dabbed some coverup under her eyes before the photo shoot.
coverupadjective
Relating to or characteristic of concealing wrongdoing or mistakes; used attributively before a noun.
The journalists uncovered a coverup scheme within the administration.