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RAINFLY Synonyms

There are 14 synonyms of the word rainfly. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word rainfly. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for RAINFLY

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awning
nounn
noun

• a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun

canopy
nounn
noun

• the transparent covering of an aircraft cockpit

• the umbrellalike part of a parachute that fills with air

• a covering (usually of cloth) that serves as a roof to shelter an area from the weather

verb

• cover with a canopy

cover
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

• fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

• a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

• a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

• a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

verb

• provide with a covering or cause to be covered

• form a cover over

• span an interval of distance, space or time

• provide for

• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

• travel across or pass over

• be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

• hold within range of an aimed firearm

• to take an action to protect against future problems

• hide from view or knowledge

• protect or defend (a position in a game)

• maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

• protect by insurance

• make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

• invest with a large or excessive amount of something

• help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

• be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

• spread over a surface to conceal or protect

• cover as if with a shroud

• copulate with a female, used especially of horses

• put something on top of something else

• play a higher card than the one previously played

• be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

• sit on (eggs)

• clothe, as if for protection from the elements

mantle
nounn
noun

• the cloak as a symbol of authority

• United States baseball player (1931-1997)

• the layer of the earth between the crust and the core

• anything that covers

• (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell

• shelf that projects from wall above fireplace

• hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)

• a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter

verb

• spread over a surface, like a mantle

• cover like a mantle

overlay
verb, nounv, n
noun

• protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior

• a layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface

verb

• put something on top of something else

• kill by lying on

roof
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

• protective covering on top of a motor vehicle

• the inner top surface of a covered area or hollow space

• an upper limit on what is allowed

verb

• provide a building with a roof; cover a building with a roof

sheet
nounn
noun

• any broad thin expanse or surface

• paper used for writing or printing

• bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs

• (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape

• newspaper with half-size pages

• a flat artifact that is thin relative to its length and width

• (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind

• a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

verb

• come down as if in sheets

• cover with a sheet, as if by wrapping

shelter
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

• protective covering that provides protection from the weather

• the condition of being protected

• a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings

• temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons

verb

• provide shelter for

• invest (money) so that it is not taxable

tarp
verb, nounv, n
noun

• waterproofed canvas

top
verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n
adjective

• situated at the top or highest position

noun

• the upper part of anything

• the highest or uppermost side of anything

• the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill)

• the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat

• the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

• the greatest possible intensity

• platform surrounding the head of a lower mast

• a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin

• covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

• a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips

• a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance

verb

• be superior or better than some standard

• pass by, over, or under without making contact

• be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point

• be ahead of others; be the first

• provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure)

• reach or ascend the top of

• strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin

• cut the top off

• be the culminating event

• finish up or conclude

fly
verbv
noun

• two-winged insects characterized by active flight

• flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent

• an opening in a garment that is closed by a zipper or by buttons concealed under a fold of cloth

• (baseball) a hit that flies up in the air

• fisherman's lure consisting of a fishhook decorated to look like an insect

adjective satellite

• (British informal) not to be deceived or hoodwinked

verb

• travel through the air; be airborne

• move quickly or suddenly

• operate an airplane

• transport by aeroplane

• cause to fly or float

• be dispersed or disseminated

• change quickly from one emotional state to another

• pass away rapidly

• travel in an airplane

• display in the air or cause to float

• run away quickly

• travel over (an area of land or sea) in an aircraft

• hit a fly

• decrease rapidly and disappear

tent-fly
nounn
noun

• flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent

fly sheet
nounn
noun

• flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent

tent flap
nounn
noun

• flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent

Best Hypernyms For RAINFLY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for rainfly, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
awning canopy covering flap roof shelter tarp

Alternatives for AWNING

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