1. an attempt to hide or conceal evidence of wrongdoing, mistake, or scandal
The government was accused of a cover-up regarding the environmental disaster.
O governo foi acusado de um encobrimento a respeito do desastre ambiental.
2. a garment worn over swimwear or other clothes for protection or modesty
She wore a light cover-up over her bathing suit at the beach.
Ela usava uma túnica leve sobre seu maiô na praia.