veneer veneer /vəˈnɪər/ aep /-ˈnɪr/ noun
1 F0 [C or U] a thin layer of decorative wood or plastic used to cover a cheaper material: » The wardrobe is made of chipboard with a pine veneer.Thesaurus+: ↑Coverings and layers2 F0 [S] something that hides something unpleasant or unwanted: » She managed to hide her corrupt dealings under a veneer of respectability.Thesaurus+: ↑Hiding and disguisingveneered /-ˈnɪəd/ aep /-ˈnɪrd/ adjective ► F0» a veneered bookcase/surface/tableThesaurus+: ↑Carpentry and joinery |