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Verbs of Manual Action - Verbs for Covering

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to covering such as "wrap", "coat", and "envelop".

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Categorized English Verbs of Manual Action
to cover
to cover
[Verb]

to put something over something else in a way that hides or protects it

Ex: She used a blanket to cover the delicate furniture during the move. 
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to wrap
to wrap
[Verb]

to cover an object in paper, soft fabric, etc.

Ex: She decided to wrap the birthday gift in colorful wrapping paper and tie it with a ribbon. 
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to blanket

to cover something completely, as if with a blanket

Ex: The snowfall continued to blanket the landscape in a layer of pristine white. 
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to shroud
to shroud
[Verb]

to cover something in a protective or concealing manner

Ex: Before the big reveal, they decided to shroud the artwork in a cloth for added suspense. 
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to bandage

to cover a wound or part of the body with a piece of cloth for protection

Ex: After cleaning the cut, she carefully bandaged the wound to prevent infection. 
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to swathe
to swathe
[Verb]

to wrap or cover something with a long piece of cloth or material

Ex: The gardener carefully swathed the young tree in burlap to protect it from frost. 
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to sheathe

to insert a blade, such as a sword or knife, into its protective covering or holder

Ex: The knight sheathed his sword after the battle was won. 
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to encase
to encase
[Verb]

to surround or cover something completely with a protective structure

Ex: The delicate artifact was carefully encased in a glass display for preservation. 
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to envelop

to completely surround or cover something

Ex: As night fell, the darkness began to envelop the city. 
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to coat
to coat
[Verb]

to put a substance over the surface of something, often as a covering

Ex: The carpenter decided to coat the wooden furniture with a layer of protective varnish. 
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to overlay

to cover one thing over another

Ex: The artist overlaid the canvas with a thin layer of primer before painting the landscape. 
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to inlay
to inlay
[Verb]

to put decorative pieces of wood or metal into the surface of an object in a way that they level with the surface

Ex: The artisan carefully inlaid precious stones into the wooden jewelry box for an elegant touch. 
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to resurface

to apply a new coating or material to reconstruct the surface of something, especially a road or pavement

Ex: The city decided to resurface the main roads to improve the overall driving experience. 
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to encrust

to cover something with a hard outer layer, forming a crust

Ex: The chef chose to encrust the salmon fillet with a flavorful blend of herbs and breadcrumbs. 
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to laminate

to cover something with a thin, protective layer that is not made of fabric

Ex: To protect the tabletop, they decided to laminate it with a clear plastic coating. 
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to slate
to slate
[Verb]

to cover something with a type of fine-grained rock

Ex: The roofing company suggested slating the gazebo. 
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to glaze
to glaze
[Verb]

to cover something with a sweet and often shiny coating

Ex: The baker decided to glaze the doughnuts with a delicious sugar glaze for added sweetness. 
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to smear
to smear
[Verb]

to spread a substance over a surface in a messy or uneven manner

Ex: She accidentally smeared ink across the page, leaving a messy blot. 
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to daub
to daub
[Verb]

to coat a surface with plaster or a thick substance

Ex: The artisan decided to daub the walls with a layer of textured plaster for a rustic look. 
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to candy
to candy
[Verb]

to cover something, often with a sweet and sugary substance, typically in the form of candy or syrup

Ex: During the holiday season, it's common to candy fruits by coating them in sugar syrup. 
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to paste
to paste
[Verb]

to cover the surface of something with a thick substance

Ex: Before laying the tiles, it's important to paste the floor with adhesive to secure them in place. 
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to varnish

to cover the surface of an object with a clear liquid that leaves a shine

Ex: The artist decided to varnish the oil painting to protect it from dust and wear. 
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to insulate

to protect or shield from cold, heat, sound, or electricity by surrounding with a material that prevents the transfer of energy

Ex: The homeowners decided to insulate their attic to keep the house warm in winter. 
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to hood
to hood
[Verb]

to cover someone or something by placing a hood over them

Ex: During the surprise party, they decided to hood the birthday present to keep it a secret. 
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to cap
to cap
[Verb]

to place a lid or cover on something

Ex: To prevent spills, he carefully capped the water bottle before putting it in his bag. 
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to veneer
to veneer
[Verb]

to cover the surface of an object with a thin layer of decorative material for a more appealing appearance

Ex: The carpenter decided to veneer the tabletop with a layer of fine wood for an elegant finish. 
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to plaster

to cover something noticeably or heavily by sticking or applying a substance onto it

Ex: She decided to plaster her bedroom walls with posters of her favorite bands. 
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to pad
to pad
[Verb]

to add padding or cushioning to enhance comfort, protect, or modify the shape of something

Ex: To protect the fragile items during shipping, they chose to pad the boxes with bubble wrap. 
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to wax
to wax
[Verb]

to apply a smooth and protective layer onto something, enhancing its appearance or providing a glossy finish

Ex: After washing the car, he decided to wax it to give the paint a glossy finish. 
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