student asking question

What's meaning "under the covers"?

teacher

Native speaker’s answer

Rebecca

"Covers" in this case refer to a "bedspread" which is the combination of sheets, blankets, and the comforter on a bed. So to be "under the covers" means that you are in bed and underneath all the sheets and coverings on the bed. Ex: It is super cold so I am bundled up under the covers.

Popular Q&As

03/29

Complete the expression with a quiz!