Definition of "veneer" in английский

noun

1. A thin decorative covering of fine material (usually wood) applied to coarser wood or other material.

2. An attractive appearance that covers or disguises one's true nature or feelings, the veneer of culture.

verb

1. (transitive, woodworking) To apply veneer to.

   • to veneer a piece of furniture with mahogany

2. (transitive, figurative) To disguise with apparent goodness.