Veneer
WordNet
noun
(1) An ornamental coating to a building
(2) Coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood
verb
(3) Cover with veneer
"Veneer the furniture to protect it"
WiktionaryText
Etymology
, from .
Noun
- A thin decorative covering of fine wood applied to coarser wood or other material.
- An attractive appearance that covers or disguises true nature or feelings.