covering letter

/ˌkʌvərɪŋ ˌlɛdər/
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Other forms: covering letters

Definitions of covering letter
  1. noun
    a letter sent along with other documents to provide additional information
    synonyms: cover letter
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    type of:
    letter, missive
    a written message addressed to a person or organization
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