cover vs covering

cover and covering both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cover	Yes	No	Yes	No
covering	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, cover and covering are synonyms defined as:

cover and covering: the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

Other synonyms of cover include masking, screening.

As nouns, covering is a hypernym of cover; that is, covering is a word with a broader meaning than cover:

cover: a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
covering: an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

As nouns, covering is a hypernym of cover; that is, covering is a word with a broader meaning than cover:

cover: covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)
covering: an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

As nouns, cover and covering are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of cover include natural covering.

cover (noun)	covering (noun)
the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it	the act of protecting something by covering it
fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations	the work of applying something
a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)	the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it
a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else	an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)
bedding that keeps a person warm in bed	a natural object that covers or envelops
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)
the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book
a natural object that covers or envelops
a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

cover (verb)	covering (verb)
sit on (eggs)
clothe, as if for protection from the elements
protect by insurance
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism
maintain a check on; especially by patrolling
protect or defend (a position in a game)
hold within range of an aimed firearm
play a higher card than the one previously played
be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
form a cover over
copulate with a female, used especially of horses
cover as if with a shroud
put something on top of something else
travel across or pass over
hide from view or knowledge
spread over a surface to conceal or protect
be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of
to take an action to protect against future problems
invest with a large or excessive amount of something
help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities
provide for
span an interval of distance, space or time
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities