sluier — meaning in English

English meaning

• kerchief noun A square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.
• veil noun A piece of thin fabric worn to cover the face or head, often for religious, cultural, or ceremonial reasons.

Senses

sluier is used for these senses in English:

• kerchief (dated) A piece of cloth used to cover the head; a bandana.
• veil A covering for a person or thing; as, a caul (especially over the head)

kerchief — full definition

1. noun A square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.
2. verb To cover or wrap something with a kerchief.

veil — full definition

1. noun A piece of thin fabric worn to cover the face or head, often for religious, cultural, or ceremonial reasons.
2. noun Something that hides or obscures the truth, like a disguise or cover.
3. verb To cover with, or as if with, a veil.

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