Definition cover for in British English

cover for phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb

to do someone's work while they are away or ill

Example

I'm just covering for Mrs Tyler, so please bear with me.

Synonyms and related words

work serve collaborate

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to protect someone from punishment, for example by telling a lie for them

Example

If Pauline asks where I am, will you cover for me?

Synonyms and related words

protect defend save

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