press-fitcover

noun
UK /ˈprɛs fɪt ˈkʌvə/
US /ˈprɛs fɪt ˈkʌvər/

A cover that you push on tightly so it stays in place.

She pushed the press-fitcover onto the jar until it clicked.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A protective cap pressed onto a pipe or fitting to close it.

The plumber tapped the press-fitcover onto the pipe end.

3. A removable cover held by pressure rather than threads or screws.

The press-fitcover on the camera lens pops off easily.

4. A cover designed to be installed by pressing, not twisting.

Unlike a screw cap, the press-fitcover needs no turning.