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Definition of unveil

unveil

/ʌnˈveɪl/
un · veil
Adjective:unveiled
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Past Simple:unveiled
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Past Participle:unveiled
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Present Participle:unveiling
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unveil Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To show, announce, or introduce something new (such as a product, plan, or policy) to the public for the first time.

Example

"The technology company plans to unveil its latest smartphone model at the annual conference next week."

2

To remove a veil or protective covering from something, especially a new statue, plaque, or painting as part of an official ceremony.

Example

"The mayor was invited to unveil the bronze memorial plaque in the town square."

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• Rhymes for unveil

• Nearby Words

unvarying
unvaryingly
unvaxxed
unveil
unveiling
unvented
unventilated

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the reversative prefix 'un-' and 'veil', which entered English via Anglo-Norman from the Latin 'velum', meaning a sail, curtain, or covering.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unveil. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unveil
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