Veil

Quick meaning: Veil is a noun meaning (figurative) Anything that partially obscures a clear view.

Meaning

(figurative) Anything that partially obscures a clear view.

More Meanings

1. A cover; disguise; a mask; a pretense.
2. A covering for a person or thing; as, a caul (especially over the head)
3. (biology) The calyptra of mosses.
4. (zoology) velum (A circular membrane round the cap of a medusa).
5. (mycology) A thin layer of tissue which is attached to or covers a mushroom.
6. (mycology) A membrane connecting the margin of the pileus of a mushroom with the stalk; a velum.
7. Something hung up or spread out to hide or protect the face, or hide an object from view; usually of gauze, crepe, or similar diaphanous material.

Example Sentences

a nun's veil

a paten veil

an altar veil

The veil of the temple was rent in twain.

Word Forms

• veils
• veiling
• veiled

Synonyms for veil

Depending on context, synonyms include caul.

Antonyms for veil

Common opposites include unveil.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include caul, drape, robe, scarf, blanket, shroud.

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