the position of a fielder between mid off and cover point
2.
the fielder occupying this position
Also: extra cover point
Word origin
[1865–70]This word is first recorded in the period 1865–70. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: black belt, figure skating, goulash, maverick, racism
Examples of 'extra cover' in a sentence
extra cover
Ball two went the other way, scooped over the rope at extra cover.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Extra cover has always been a strong area for me.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The resultant leading edge to extra cover soured an impressive innings.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
He even once pointed to extra cover a second before delivering the ball.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Like many tall left-handers, he drove with considerable power through extra cover and mid-off.