Noun: veneer vu'neer
- Coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood
"The antique table had a beautiful mahogany veneer";
- veneering
- An ornamental coating to a building
"The building's stone veneer gave it a stately appearance";
- facing
- A superficial or deceptive outward appearance; any cosmetic enhancement that improves looks without addressing underlying substance or issues
"His politeness was just a veneer hiding his true feelings"; "The celebrity's youthful appearance was merely a veneer created by cosmetic procedures"
- (dentistry) a thin layer of material placed over a tooth to improve its appearance
"Dental veneers can correct discoloured or chipped teeth"
Derived forms: veneers, veneering, veneered
Encyclopedia: Veneer