Veil Definition & Meaning
veil
- noun
- a garment that covers the head and face
- a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms
- the inner membrane of embryos in higher vertebrates (especially when covering the head at birth)
- a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawl
- verb
- to obscure, or conceal with or as if with a veil; "women in Afghanistan veil their faces"
- make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing; "a hidden message"; "a veiled threat"
"Veil" in song lyrics
See how veil is used in real songs:
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"You're Holy veil"
The Cross Movement f/M.O.D — Lord -
"When you feel the veil"
Evidence, Mad Child, Everlast, Divine Styler — Bottle Rocket -
"Underneath the veil"
Flobots — Mayday!!
Words that rhyme with veil
Usage tips for "veil"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "veil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for veil to find words that pair well.