Deckung — meaning in English

English meaning

• backup noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
• cover verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.

Senses

Deckung is used for these senses in English:

• backup A reserve or substitute.
• cover A setting at a restaurant table or formal dinner.
• cover (cricket) A tarpaulin or other device used to cover the wicket during rain, to prevent it getting wet.

backup — full definition

1. noun A person, plan, or system kept in reserve in case the main one fails.
2. noun A copy of digital files kept separately so the originals can be restored if lost or damaged.
3. noun A buildup or blockage that stops something from flowing normally, such as traffic or plumbing.

cover — full definition

1. verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
2. verb To deal with, include, or report on a topic or event.
3. verb To be enough money to pay for something.
4. noun The front or back of a book, magazine, or similar publication.
5. noun A new recording or performance of a song originally released by another artist.

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