vail
1to let sink; lower.
Archaic. to take off or doff (one's hat), as in respect or submission.
Origin of vail
1Words Nearby vail
Other definitions for vail (2 of 3)
to be of use or profit to someone; avail.
a tip; gratuity.
Origin of vail
2Other definitions for vail (3 of 3)
a veil.
to veil.
Origin of vail
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How to use vail in a sentence
Sargent said they went skiing in vail and fishing in Cabo but also talked business.
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USDA Complaint Is PETA’s Latest Salvo in War Against Ringling Bros. | Lloyd Grove | October 18, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTA sister city of St. Moritz, Switzerland, vail makes being cold the center of its universe and you should, too.
Yet Faith penetrates the vail and sees the glorious land of promise—the inheritance of our race.
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In the Onyx Lobby | Carolyn WellsHe was vail's tool, by reason of past historic incidents, and the scheme had been planned by the two conspirators.
In the Onyx Lobby | Carolyn WellsMy land, Jane vail could of had her choice of the town, where she comes from.
Jane Journeys On | Ruth Comfort Mitchell"It's rare and fine to have you back, Jane vail," he said, glowing with gladness.
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British Dictionary definitions for vail (1 of 3)
/ (veɪl) /
to lower (something, such as a weapon), esp as a sign of deference or submission
to remove (the hat, cap, etc) as a mark of respect or meekness
Origin of vail
1British Dictionary definitions for vail (2 of 3)
/ (veɪl) /
an archaic word for avail
British Dictionary definitions for vail (3 of 3)
/ (veɪl) /
an archaic spelling of veil
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