Veneer

noun

/vəˈniə(ɹ)/

Word Frequency: 1.3

Definitions

1.nounA thin decorative covering of fine material (usually wood) applied to coarser wood or other material.

2.nounAn attractive appearance that covers or disguises true nature or feelings.

3.verbTo apply veneer to.

"to veneer a piece of furniture with mahogany"

4.verbTo disguise with apparent goodness.

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