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    Velo (en. Veil)

    /ˈbɛlo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A fabric used to cover the head or face, especially in ceremonies or rituals.
    The bride entered the church with a long veil that covered her face.
    La novia entró en la iglesia con un velo largo que cubría su rostro.
    A layer or covering used to hide something.
    The veil of mystery surrounding the lives of artists is fascinating.
    El velo de misterio que rodea la vida de los artistas es fascinante.
    A semi-transparent sheet that adorns or covers.
    She decorated the table with a white organza veil.
    Ella decoró la mesa con un velo de organza blanco.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'volum', which means 'to wrap' or 'to cover'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put a veil
    To cover something to hide it.
    poner un velo
    to take off the veil
    To reveal something that was hidden.
    sacar el velo
    to watch over
    To protect or care for someone or something.
    velar por

    Related Words

    velocity
    Speed at which an object moves.
    velocidad
    candle
    Cylinder of wax with a wick that is lit to provide light.
    vela

    Slang Meanings

    Concealment or cover-up of information.
    In the neighborhood, it is said that there is a veil over what really happened.
    En el barrio, se dice que hay un velo sobre lo que realmente sucedió.
    Subtle insinuation or allusion.
    With a veil of sarcasm, he made his comment.
    Con un velo de sarcasmo, hizo su comentario.