veneer veneer /vəˈnɪr/

noun

1. An ornamental coating to a building  ( facing , veneer )
   an ornamental coating to a building
   
   
2. Coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood  ( veneer , veneering )
   coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood
   
   

verb

1. Cover with veneer  ( veneer )
   cover with veneer
    Veneer the furniture to protect it
   veneer the furniture to protect it