Veil

Noun

Definition: A piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face.

Synonyms: Covering, Mask, Screen

Antonyms: Reveal, Expose

Examples:

The bride wore a beautiful lace veil.
The nun's veil covered her head and shoulders.

Mnemonics:

Think of a bride walking down the aisle with a veil covering her face.
Imagine a spy wearing a veil to hide their identity.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'veilen', from Old Northern French 'vile', from Latin 'velum' meaning "sail" or "awning".

Historical Usage:

Veils have been worn for cultural and religious reasons throughout history, and their symbolism varies across different societies.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Lift the veil"

Explanation:

To reveal or uncover something hidden or secret.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Assuming veils are solely associated with religious or bridal purposes.

Explanation:

While veils are commonly worn for religious or bridal purposes, they have also been used for various cultural and traditional reasons beyond those contexts.