Waterproof canvas cover (9)

I believe the answer is:

tarpaulin

(Other definitions for tarpaulin that I've seen before include "Strong waterproof sheet" , "Waterproof cloth" , "[SHHET]" , "It provides protection" , "Heavy waterproof cover" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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