A loose sleeveless cloak or shawl, worn especially by women. noun
She wore a velvet mantle over her evening gown.
The queen's mantle was embroidered with gold thread.
A covering or layer that resembles a cloak or envelope. noun
The snow formed a white mantle over the landscape.
A mantle of fog covered the city in the early morning.
The region of the earth's interior between the crust and the core, believed to consist of hot, dense silicate rocks. noun
Geologists study the mantle to understand tectonic movements.
The mantle plays a crucial role in the Earth's geothermal dynamics.
An important role or responsibility that passes from one person to another. noun
He assumed the mantle of leadership after the CEO retired.
The mantle of responsibility was passed to her after the election.
A shelf above a fireplace, often used for decorative purposes. noun
She placed family photos on the mantle.
The Christmas stockings were hung from the mantle.
To cover or envelop something, especially in a way that conceals or protects. verb
The fog mantled the valley, obscuring the view.
Darkness mantled the city as the sun set.