Tarpaulin (noun)

A large, strong piece of waterproof or water-resistant material, used as a cover or shelter.

Origin:

From tar + palling, a variant of pall, a heavy cloth.

Examples:

1. The tarpaulin was used to cover the boat.
2. He used a tarpaulin to shelter his car from the rain.
3. The tarpaulin was tied down with ropes.
4. Tarpaulins are often made of canvas or plastic.
5. The tarpaulin was used to protect the cargo from the sun and rain.