veneer

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GRE Collins 1

n. coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood
v. cover with veneer

n. 饰面薄板, 饰面, 外表
vt. 镶饰, 胶合, 虚饰

Collins 星级

13,907

BNC 频率

13,417

使用频率

veneer 的词根是 vene，源自法语，意为“覆盖”或“外层”，可以联想到它是一种薄薄的外层或装饰。

例句

1. She applied a thin veneer of paint to the old furniture.

她在旧家具上涂了一层薄薄的油漆。

2. The table is made of solid wood with a veneer finish.

这张桌子是实木制成的，表面有一层贴面。

3. His friendly smile was just a veneer for his true feelings.

他友好的微笑只是他真实感情的表面。