veneer

• Mince couche d'un matériau de meilleure qualité appliquée sur une base en matériau moins précieux à des fins décoratives ou de protection, ou revêtement décoratif posé sur un bâtiment.

A thin layer of superior material applied to a base of inferior material for decorative or protective purposes, or an ornamental coating applied to a building.

1. Thin wood layerB2formal

   A thin layer of high-quality wood glued onto a cheaper base material for decoration or protection.

   Plaque de placage

   • The cabinet is made of particleboard with a cherry wood veneer.
   • They applied a thin veneer of mahogany to the tabletop.
   • Veneer is often used to give furniture an expensive look without the cost.

   Synonymescoveringfacinglaminateoverlaysheetingsurface

2. Decorative building coatingB2formal

   An ornamental or protective outer layer applied to a building's surface.

   Revêtement décoratif de façade

   • The building's facade is covered with a stone veneer.
   • Brick veneer is a popular choice for modern homes.
   • The architect specified a marble veneer for the lobby walls.

   Synonymescladdingcoatingcoveringfacingoverlaysheathingsidingsurface

3. Superficial appearanceC1formal

   A deceptive or superficial outward appearance that hides the true nature of something.

   Apparence superficielle

   • His polite manner was just a veneer hiding his true intentions.
   • Beneath the veneer of civilization, there is often chaos.
   • The company's success was a thin veneer over deep financial problems.

   Synonymesfacadefrontglossmaskpretensesemblanceshowsurface

   Antonymescoreessencerealitysubstancetruth

• Recouvrir ou appliquer une fine couche de matériau précieux sur une surface, ou au sens figuré donner une apparence superficielle à quelque chose.

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.

   Plaquer (recouvrir d'une fine couche décorative)

   • 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.

   Synonymescoatfacelaminateoverlaysheathesurface