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to conceal or obscure something, as if with a covering
to cover or conceal something so that it is not easily seen or recognized
a piece of fabric worn by brides that covers the head and face or drapes over the back, often made of lace or other delicate materials
a piece of fabric worn over the head and often the face by women to conceal or protect their face
What is a "veil"?
A veil is a sheer piece of cloth or netting that is worn by women to cover their faces or head for religious, cultural, or fashion purposes. Veils are typically made from lightweight and delicate materials such as tulle, silk, or lace, and can range in length from a small face veil to a full-length bridal veil that trails behind the bride. They are often worn during weddings, religious ceremonies, or formal events and come in a variety of styles, shapes, and sizes to complement the wearer's outfit. Veils have a long and varied history, and their use can be traced back to ancient cultures, where they were worn as a sign of respect, and modesty, or as a status symbol.
a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawl
the inner membrane of embryos in higher vertebrates (especially when covering the head at birth)
a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms
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