House cover (4)

I believe the answer is:

roof

(Other definitions for roof that I've seen before include "See 24" , "Mansard is an example of one" , "Top covering of structure" , "Top outside covering" , "Protective covering on top" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph and The Independent.

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