Meaning of veneer In English

• 0 a thin layer of decorative wood or plastic used to cover a cheaper material:

  • The wardrobe is made of chipboard with a pine veneer.

  • She managed to hide her corrupt dealings under a veneer of respectability.

• 1 a thin layer of decorative wood or other material used to cover a cheaper or less attractive material:

  • [ C ] It’s a pine table with a mahogany veneer.

  • [ U ] His ethics are pure veneer.