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    Velado (en. Veiled)

    /beˈlaðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That is covered or hidden behind a veil.
    The bride wore a veiled face during the ceremony.
    La novia llevaba un rostro velado durante la ceremonia.
    That is hidden or not completely evident.
    His intentions were veiled behind a kind behavior.
    Sus intenciones eran veladas tras un comportamiento amable.
    Said of a meaning or message: that is not expressed directly.
    The poem has a veiled message about freedom.
    El poema tiene un mensaje velado sobre la libertad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'velatus', participle of 'velare', which means to cover.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    veiled in mystery
    Covered or wrapped in mystery, difficult to understand.
    velado de misterio
    veiled gaze
    Gaze that hides intentions or emotions.
    mirada velada
    veiled message
    A message that is not stated explicitly.
    mensaje velado

    Related Words

    veil
    Lightweight fabric used to cover the face or as an adornment.
    velo
    to veil
    To cover or protect something with a veil.
    velar
    unveiled
    That has been discovered or had the veil removed.
    desvelado

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who is under the influence of drugs, mainly marijuana.
    He was so veiled that he couldn't concentrate on anything.
    Estaba tan velado que no podía concentrarse en nada.
    State of being distracted or disconnected from reality.
    After the party, he remained veiled for hours.
    Después de la fiesta, se quedó velado por horas.