Uncover
/ʌnˈkʌvər/noun
To remove a covering from something or reveal something hidden.
Did you know?Uncover is a straightforward English formation from un- + cover, but it sits in the same language of revelation as old ritual and magical “uncovering” acts, where removing a veil meant exposing truth.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
OE
un- + oferian / coveren (later influenced forms)
“To remove a covering or make bare”
Middle English
ME
uncoveren
“To remove a cover from; to reveal”
14th Century
English
uncover
“To take off a covering or lid; expose”
Modern English
English
uncover
“To reveal something hidden or bring to light”