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veil

Definition

  • noun: a piece of cloth or net worn usually by women over the head and shoulders and sometimes over the face
  • noun: a length of cloth worn by women as a covering for the head and shoulders and often especially in Eastern countries for the face
  • verb: to cover (something) with a veil or with something that is like a veil
  • often used in the phrase 'take the veil'
  • synonyms: cover, curtain, disguise

Examples

  • The 'veil' of secrecy was lifted. [=the secret was made known]

  • Her eyes were partially 'veiled' by her long, dark hair.

  • The sun was 'veiled' by clouds.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) right? But I can't, because they're gone... they're broken. All right? Is the veil too much? Are you kidding? You look perfect! You're the most beautiful bride. - You look gorgeous, honey. (..)
    2004 The Notebook