Buddhist term for hiding one's faults or vices; also used more broadly for a covering or veil.
In Buddhism, 覆 refers to concealing one's own faults.
overturning; toppling
Rare term; used in contexts of overturning or toppling, often in a literal or metaphorical sense.
The incident led to the toppling of the government.
彼の優しさは、内面の覆に過ぎないかもしれない。
His kindness may be nothing more than a veil over his inner self.
mask; veil; disguise · anonymous; unmarked; incognito
overturning; capsizing · overthrow; subversion
coating; covering · cover (mathematics)
overturning; capsizing; subversion
changing one's mind and betraying; turning traitor; double-crossing · reversing; turning around; flipping; turning upside down · repetition; repeat; reiteration
covering seeds with soil; earthing up
protective outer roof structure; shelter building for cultural assets
judicial review; re-examination by a court
spilt water
capsizing and sinking
complete overthrow; complete destruction; ruination
ornamental border; decorative rim
ejector housing (firearm)
The kanji 覆 means 'cover' or 'overturn'. The reading ふく is the on'yomi. The Buddhist sense derives from the idea of covering or concealing one's faults.