Associations to the word «Veneer»

Wiktionary

VENEER, noun. A thin decorative covering of fine material (usually wood) applied to coarser wood or other material.
VENEER, noun. An attractive appearance that covers or disguises true nature or feelings.
VENEER, verb. (woodworking) To apply veneer.
VENEER, verb. (figurative) To disguise with apparent goodness.
VENEER MOTH, noun. Any moth of the genus Chilo.
VENEER MOTHS, noun. Plural of veneer moth

Dictionary definition

VENEER, noun. Coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood.
VENEER, noun. An ornamental coating to a building.
VENEER, verb. Cover with veneer; "veneer the furniture to protect it".

Wise words

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