unveil

verb

un·​veil ˌən-ˈvāl How to pronounce unveil (audio)
unveiled; unveiling; unveils

transitive verb

1
: to remove a veil or covering from
2
: to make public : divulge, reveal
a good time to unveil their plans

intransitive verb

: to throw off a veil or protective cloak

Examples of unveil in a Sentence

The developer unveiled plans for a new housing complex. The company will unveil its newest product today.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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The first known use of unveil was in the 14th century

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“Unveil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unveil. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

unveil

verb
un·​veil ˌən-ˈvā(ə)l How to pronounce unveil (audio)
ˈən-
1
a
: to remove a veil or covering from
unveil a statue
b
: disclose, reveal
unveiled their plans
2
: to throw off a veil

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