umbrella cover noun2 •A protective sheath used to contain a folded-up umbrella when not in use. •(no longer used) The waterproof material that forms the protective upperpart of an umbrella (separate from the stick and ribs).Her dress was as plain as an umbrella-cover, and she turned round without a word and preceded me into a waiting-room. — 1899 formsumbrella covers · umbrella-covers