Definition

1. Noun:
   • A letter sent with other documents: A "covering letter" is a letter that accompanies and introduces other documents, such as a resume, application, or package. Its primary purpose is to provide context, explanation, or additional information about the enclosed materials.

Usage

• A "covering letter" is typically used in formal or professional contexts, such as job applications, business correspondence, or official submissions.
• It is often synonymous with "cover letter," especially in American English, though "covering letter" is also widely understood.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Please include a covering letter with your application form.
  • The proposal was submitted with a detailed covering letter explaining the key points.
  • I drafted a covering letter to accompany the contract documents.

Advanced Usage

• "To send under covering letter": A formal phrase indicating that documents are enclosed with an explanatory letter.
  • The legal papers were sent under covering letter from the firm's senior partner.

Variants and Related Words

• Cover letter (n): The more common variant, especially in American English, with identical meaning.
  • She spent hours perfecting her cover letter for the dream job.

Synonyms

• Accompanying letter: A letter that goes along with something else.
• Introductory letter: A letter that serves as an introduction.
• Transmittal letter: A letter, often in business, that formally transmits documents.

Related Phrases

• Letter of transmittal: A formal term, often used in business and legal contexts, for a letter that sends documents.
  • The report was forwarded with a formal letter of transmittal.

Noun

1. a letter sent along with other documents to provide additional information