veiled (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /veɪld/
Definition
Covered with a veil, a piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face or to complete an outfit.
Examples
The bride was veiled, adding an air of mystery to her appearance.
She wore a short, decorative veil that framed her face.
In some cultures, women are veiled as a religious or cultural practice.
How to Use veiled
- veiled in (prepositional phrase)
- Covered or hidden by something, often figuratively. — "The city was veiled in fog."
- veiled with (prepositional phrase)
- Covered or concealed using something. — "Her true emotions were veiled with a polite smile."
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