(finance) An investment comprising two parts: (i) long stock, and (ii) short call option. It is an income-oriented strategy that is conservative in nature. The investor hopes to earn the time premium portion of the call option.

(construction, engineering) A method of building a tunnel by digging a trench, constructing tunnel walls therein, and refilling the trench with earth.

(espionage, military) A name used to clandestinely identify somebody or something for confidentiality.

A microscope slide used as a cover slip

(finance) To buy in such stocks as have been sold short, in order to meet one's engagements, etc.

plural of cover-shame

(obsolete) Something used to conceal infamy. / A plant, savin (Juniperus sabina), which was historically used as both a contraceptive and to induce abortions.

plural of cover-slut

(obsolete) An apron or pinafore, worn to hide slovenliness (such as dirt, stains or tears) in the clothing beneath.

(automotive) A protective covering which may be secured over the exposed portion of a motor vehicle, such as the seating area of an open sports car or the back of a pickup truck.