(mycology) A thin layer of tissue which completely surrounds a developing mushroom.

plural of humeral veil

(Roman Catholicism) A long, narrow veil or scarf of the same material as the vestments, worn round the shoulders by the officiating priest or his attendant at Mass, and used to protect the sacred vessels from contact with the hands.

plural of veiled plate

(photography) Synonym of fogged plate

(idiomatic) To retire into a convent and live as a nun.

Alternative form of dance of the seven veils

plural of corporate veil

plural of partial veil

plural of universal veil