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Meaning of veneer

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

veneer

Pronunciation:/vəˈniə(ɹ)/[vɨˈniə̆ɹ]

noun

Definitions

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

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

verb

Definitions

  1. To apply veneer to.

    Example: to veneer a piece of furniture with mahogany

  2. To disguise with apparent goodness.