Definition

To cover or conceal something, often with a thin piece of fabric.

Example

She decided to veil her face during the ceremony.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the bride veil during the ceremony?

Yes, it was so beautiful and elegant!

I can't believe how much the veil added to her look.

Absolutely, it really completed her outfit perfectly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A piece of cloth worn by women that covers the head and sometimes the face, or a light fabric used to hide or separate things.

Example

The bride wore a beautiful veil that flowed down her back.

Conversation

Did you see the bride's veil at the wedding yesterday?

Yes! It was so elegant and beautifully designed.

I loved how it flowed behind her as she walked down the aisle.

Definition

To cover something in a way that makes it less visible or clear, often to hide or protect it.

Example

The artist decided to veil the painting with a thin cloth to protect it from dust.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the morning fog veils everything around us?

Yeah, it makes the whole place look mysterious and beautiful.

I love how it veils the trees; they seem to appear and disappear.

Root Explanation

Veil originates from Old French *veile* (meaning a covering or a curtain), which in turn comes from Latin *velum* (meaning a sail or covering). The word 'veil' refers to a piece of material that covers or conceals something.

Memory Tip

Imagine a covering or curtain that hides something from view — that's what a veil does.

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