uncover
/ʌnˈkʌvər/
verb
- To remove a cover or covering from something.
- The archaeologist carefully uncovered the ancient mosaic floor.
- She uncovered the pot to check if the soup was boiling.
- He uncovered the painting that had been hidden under a sheet.
- To discover or reveal something that was hidden or secret.
- Her diary uncovered the truth about her childhood.
- Scientists uncovered a new species of frog in the rainforest.
- The investigation uncovered evidence of fraud.