Cover dream meaning is explained below using 8 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Nancy Wagaman

A cover, or something that covers, can represent: An obscured view or limited understanding (as in an obstructed view through the window that represents feeling uninformed about events in the world).

Concealment or hiding (as in a concealed gun that represents a hidden motive to overpower others).

Protection (as in a blanket representing protection from harsh conditions).

Misrepresentation or dishonesty (as in a picture covering a damaged wall that represents an attempt to hide the truth).

Denial or dishonesty to yourself (as in a layer of beautiful snow representing a misrepresentation of the landscape underneath).

See Hiding, Burying, Curtain, Secret, Protected, Being, Protecting, Quiet, Veil, Under, Masked or Hooded, Painting, Quilt, Coat, Cape, Hat

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary • Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 2 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: It will depend what and how we are covering in dreams. Covering an article in brown paper portrays the need to be pragmatic while covering an altar signifies an act of devotion. Covering a chair suggests added comfort while covering up our actions suggests we are aware of opprobrium.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 3 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

A dream featuring covers, or covered objects, furniture or whatever is telling you that your de- cisions and/or arrange- ments can work out well, but they may require more outlay than you anticipate, so you should be prepared to stretch yourself.

See also Blanket.

Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 4 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams about a cover represent protection or hiding. Because a cover can make something more beautiful than it would otherwise be, this dream may be about your attempt to fit in by hiding your uniqueness. Consider what is being covered.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: Covering over anything signifies making the best of or preserving what we have, perhaps ensuring that shortcomings are not recognized.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 6 — Versatile - Anonymous

Covering something suggests obliterating it or hiding that which we do not want others to know about us. Burying something in the earth in a dream suggests hiding a misdeed of some sort.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 7 — Betty Bethards

Depending upon context, a protection or a hiding from self and others.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 8 — Ibn Seerin

(See Blanket, Envelope, Irreligious, Shade, Wrapping)
Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation • Author: Ibn Seerin