Veneer (Noun)
Meaning 1
Coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The furniture maker carefully applied a veneer of mahogany to the surface of the plywood to give it a luxurious appearance.
- The antique table had a beautiful walnut veneer that had been expertly crafted to conceal the underlying pine.
- The manufacturer used a thin veneer of cherry wood to cover the less expensive poplar wood, making the product more marketable.
- The old dresser had a worn veneer of oak that was starting to peel away, revealing the rough pine beneath.
- The craftsman applied a delicate veneer of rosewood to the guitar's body, giving it a rich and elegant tone.