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Thin outer layer (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

veneer

(Other definitions for veneer that I've seen before include "Thin skin on surface" , "Mask; gloss" , "Superficial coating" , "Thin decorative covering of fine wood" , "Thin wood facing" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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