veil in Latin

veil in Latin is rīca, rīcīnum, vēlāmen — veil means a piece of thin fabric worn to cover the face or head, often for religious, cultural, or ceremonial reasons.

veil in Latin

rīca

noun

Something hung up or spread out to hide or protect the face, or hide an object from view; usually of gauze, crepe, or similar diaphanous material.

rīcīnum

noun

Something hung up or spread out to hide or protect the face, or hide an object from view; usually of gauze, crepe, or similar diaphanous material.

vēlāmen

noun

Something hung up or spread out to hide or protect the face, or hide an object from view; usually of gauze, crepe, or similar diaphanous material.

vēlāmen

noun

A covering for a person or thing; as, a caul (especially over the head)

advēlō

verb

(transitive) To conceal as with a veil.

What does "veil" mean?

noun A piece of thin fabric worn to cover the face or head, often for religious, cultural, or ceremonial reasons.
"The bride lifted her veil before the first kiss."
noun Something that hides or obscures the truth, like a disguise or cover.
"The scandal was hidden behind a veil of secrecy for years."
verb To cover with, or as if with, a veil.
"Fog veiled the mountains from view."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

veil in a sentence

The bride lifted her veil before the first kiss.
Some women wear a veil as part of their religious dress.
The scandal was hidden behind a veil of secrecy for years.
Fog veiled the mountains from view.

Similar words in Latin

cloak cover curtain mask screen shroud

Common Latin translations

the of to and a in I that for you it on

Frequently asked questions

What is "veil" in Latin?

"veil" in Latin is rīca, rīcīnum, vēlāmen. veil means: A piece of thin fabric worn to cover the face or head, often for religious, cultural, or ceremonial reasons.

How do you use "veil" in a sentence?

Example: "The bride lifted her veil before the first kiss." In Latin, "veil" is rīca, rīcīnum, vēlāmen.

Are there other ways to say "veil" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 4 translations listed for "veil": rīca, rīcīnum, vēlāmen, advēlō.

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