uncover

/ʌn'kʌvə/
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uncover

A paleontologist carefully uncovers a dinosaur bone at a dig site.

Definition
  1. Verb (transitive):
    • To remove a cover or covering from something: To take away something that is hiding, protecting, or enclosing an object, area, or truth.
    • To make known; to reveal or disclose something that was hidden or secret: To bring to light information, facts, or truths that were previously unknown or concealed.
Examples of Usage
  • Verb:
    • The archaeologist carefully uncovered the ancient artifact from the soil.
    • The journalist worked for months to uncover the corruption scandal.
    • Please uncover the pot and let the soup simmer for a few more minutes.
Advanced Usage

  • "to uncover oneself": To remove one's own clothing, especially as an act of exposure. (Note: This usage is often formal or euphemistic and can refer to indecent exposure.)

    • The statue depicts a figure uncovering itself.

  • In investigative contexts: Often used to describe the process of discovering hidden truths through research or inquiry.

    • The audit uncovered significant financial irregularities.
Variants and Related Words

  • Uncovered (adjective): Not covered; exposed or revealed.

    • The uncovered well posed a danger to children.

  • Uncovering (noun): The act or process of revealing something.

    • The uncovering of the plot shocked the nation.
Synonyms
  • Reveal: To make known something that was secret or unknown.
  • Expose: To leave without cover or protection; to make something visible.
  • Disclose: To make new or secret information known.
  • Discover: To find something or someone unexpectedly or in the course of a search.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Uncover for: (Rare) To remove a cover as an act for someone or something.
    • He uncovered the dish for the guests.
Related Idioms
  • To uncover the truth: To find out what really happened or what is real.
    • The detective was determined to uncover the truth about the case.
uncover

A paleontologist carefully uncovers a dinosaur bone at a dig site.

Verb
  1. remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body
    • uncover your belly
    • The man exposed himself in the subway
  2. make visible
    • Summer brings out bright clothes
    • He brings out the best in her

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