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veneering

/vɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ/

2 entries

noun

/vɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее процесс или результат нанесения тонкого слоя ценного материала на поверхность, или сам материал, используемый для такого покрытия.

A noun referring to the process or result of applying a thin layer of fine material to a surface, or the material itself used for such a coating.

uncountable

  1. Thin wood layerB2formal

    A thin layer of high-quality wood attached to a cheaper base material for decoration.

    ruШпон

    • The cabinet was made of pine with a mahogany veneering.
    • Veneering allows furniture to look expensive without using solid hardwood.
    • He carefully applied the veneering to the tabletop.

    Synonymsveneer

  2. Application processB2formal

    The technique or act of applying a thin decorative layer to a surface.

    ruПроцесс нанесения шпона

    • Veneering requires precision and patience.
    • She learned the art of veneering in her woodworking class.
    • The craftsman specialized in antique furniture veneering.

    Synonymscladdingcoatingcoveringfacingplatingsheathing

Forms
  • veneering plural form
  • veneering' possessive plural form
  • veneering's possessive singular form

verb

veneer/vəˈnɪr/C1formal
  • ruПокрывать или накладывать тонкий слой ценного материала, или в переносном смысле придавать поверхностный вид чему-либо.

A verb meaning to cover or overlay with a thin layer of fine material, or figuratively to give a superficial appearance of something.

  1. Cover with veneerB2formal

    To apply a thin layer of decorative material (such as wood or plastic) over a cheaper or different surface.

    ruПокрыть шпоном

    • The carpenter veneered the old table with a beautiful mahogany finish.
    • They veneered the cabinet doors to give them a more expensive look.
    • The company specializes in veneering furniture with exotic woods.

    Synonymscoatfacelaminateoverlaysheathesurface

Forms
  • veneered past participle
  • veneered past simple
  • veneering present participle
  • veneers third person singular