Definition of veneers:
(n) :
A thin decorative covering of fine material (usually wood) applied to coarser wood or other material.
(n) :
An attractive appearance that covers or disguises one's true nature or feelings, the veneer of culture.
(v) :
(transitive, woodworking) To apply veneer to.
(v) :
(transitive, figurative) To disguise with apparent goodness.