veneer
//vəˈnɪər//
Noun
veneerSingular
veneersPlural
1
A thin decorative layer of fine wood applied to a coarser wood or other material.
The furniture is made of oak veneer over particleboard.
2
An attractive appearance that covers or disguises someone's or something's true nature or feelings.
Behind his veneer of confidence, he was actually very nervous.
Verb
1
To cover something with a thin layer of fine wood or other material for decoration.
The carpenter veneered the table with walnut.
2
To disguise or conceal something unpleasant with an attractive outward appearance.
She veneered her disappointment with a polite smile.