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Definition veneer in British English

veneer noun

noun
/vəˈnɪə(r)/
1

a thin layer of wood or plastic that covers something made of a cheap material and improves its appearance

Synonyms and related words
surface cover layer
2

a pleasant appearance, or a polite way of behaving that is not sincere

Example

a veneer of respectability

Synonyms and related words
dishonesty deceit corruption
Definition veneer in British English