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Veneer

Verb / vʌˈnɪr / Another word for veneer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a thin layer of wood or other material that is glued to a surface to give it a better appearance

Synonyms & similar words

facing veneering covering overlay laminate coating surface skin facade finish veneering plating cladding facing inlay encrustation decoration adornment ornamentation embellishment finishing polishing

Example sentences

  1. The table was made of cheap wood, but it had a beautiful veneer on it.
  2. The cabinet was covered in a glossy veneer that made it look expensive.
  3. The carpenter used a veneer to cover up the scratches on the surface of the desk.
  4. The company used a veneer of green initiatives to improve their image.
  5. The wall was covered in a thin veneer of marble.

Quotes

  • The veneer of civilization is very thin.
  • Appearances are a glimpse of the unseen, and a veneer that hides the real.
  • The veneer of glamour and beauty only serves to hide the cracks underneath.

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