Definition of Veil
Veil
veil
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(noun)
a garment worn by women that consists of a piece of fine fabric that covers the head, such as one used to conceal or protect the face (often attached to a headpiece or hat) or one that covers the shoulders and forms a part of a nun's headdress;
e.g. It is mandatory for women to wear a veil in Saudi Arabia.
(noun)
something that conceals or covers or less commonly, disguises;
e.g. The moon appeared hazy due to the veil of clouds in front of it.
(verb)
to conceal, cover, or obscure something using or as if using a piece of fabric;
e.g. He tried to veil his true intentions by coming up with a fake story.
(verb)
to wear a veil, or to provide or cover with a veil;
e.g. The bride's mother helped her veil her face before the wedding.
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