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A thing that conceals, disguises, or obscures something
“A glitch on the website has briefly lifted the veil of anonymity which protected the identities of reviewers.”
A manner or expression that hides one's true character or feelings
“He detested the man he had always secretly been behind the veil of respectability he wore in public.”
A piece of fine material to protect or conceal the face
“It was after the ceremony that the veil was lifted and the groom and bride were able to kiss.”
Velum or membrane
An attempt to conceal or disguise a wrongdoing or a mistake
An obscuring of the light from one celestial body by the passage of another
A piece of cloth used to cover the head
To cover or conceal, as if with a veil
“As the opposing forces approach each other, both sides will attempt to veil their movements by the use of counter reconnaissance.”
To make, or cause to be, blur or dim
“Howling wind blew fiercely from all directions and the thick clouds would veil the neighborhood in darkness.”
To cover or wrap around tightly or closely
“Within an hour, the sun would set and darkness would veil the town.”
To prohibit or interdict the participation or inclusion of
To try to conceal or disguise (something unfavourable) by treating it briefly or representing it misleadingly
Enclose
Botch
To provide assuagement or palliation to
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