take cover . take cover {v. phr.} To seek shelter or protection. The rain began so suddenly that we had to take cover in a doorway. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2025 To section: T Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment