uncovered
/ʌnˈkʌvərd/
verb
- Past tense of uncover: to remove a cover from something.
- They uncovered the old painting after years of storage.
- She uncovered the dish to reveal a beautiful cake.
- He uncovered the statue during the ceremony.
- To discover or reveal something that was hidden or secret.
- Archaeologists uncovered ancient ruins beneath the city.
- The investigation uncovered new evidence in the case.
- The journalist uncovered a major corruption scandal.
adjective
- Not covered; without a lid, roof, or protective layer.
- The uncovered porch offered no shelter from the rain.
- We left the picnic basket uncovered, and the birds got into it.
- The uncovered pot on the stove boiled over.
- Not protected or hidden; exposed to view or danger.
- The army's flank was left uncovered during the attack.
- Her uncovered emotions were easy for everyone to read.
- The spy felt uncovered and vulnerable in the open field.
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