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umbrella cover

noun

Definitions

  1. The waterproof material that forms the protective upperpart of an umbrella (separate from…

    The waterproof material that forms the protective upperpart of an umbrella (separate from the stick and ribs).

    • On coming to himself after the shock he found the umbrella cover completely burnt off its steel framework, the steel itself being twisted into every sort of shape. The wooden handle had no doubt saved his life[…]
    • Her dress was as plain as an umbrella-cover, and she turned round without a word and preceded me into a waiting-room.
    • A^([sic]) umbrella cover would of made him a year's pyjamas.

  2. A protective sheath used to contain a folded-up umbrella when not in use.

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