veneernoun
uk/vəˈnɪər/us/vəˈnɪr/[ 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.
[ S ] something that hides something unpleasant or unwanted:
She managed to hide her corrupt dealings under a veneer of respectability.
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Coverings and layers
- a blanket of sth idiom
- blanket
- casing
- cladding
- coating
- fur
- gilt
- layer
- lime
- lined
- lining
- mantle
- mat
- membrane
- rendering
- slick
- tier
- topcoat
- undercoat
- wrap
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veneered
adjective uk/vəˈnɪəd/us/vəˈnɪrd/
a veneered bookcase/surface/table