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Meaning of the word mantle in English

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mantle

US /ˈmæn.təl/
UK /ˈmæn.təl/
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Noun

1.

a loose sleeveless cloak or shawl, worn especially by women over dresses

Example:
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She wrapped herself in a warm wool mantle.
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The queen wore a ceremonial mantle during the coronation.
Synonym:
cloak cape shawl wrap pall
2.

an important role or responsibility that passes from one person to another

Example:
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He took on the mantle of leadership after his predecessor retired.
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The young scientist inherited the mantle of his mentor's groundbreaking research.
Synonym:
role responsibility duty burden onus
3.

the part of the Earth's interior between the crust and the outer core

Example:
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The Earth's mantle is mostly solid rock.
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Convection currents in the mantle drive plate tectonics.
4.

a fireplace surround, including the shelf above it

Example:
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She placed the antique clock on the fireplace mantle.
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The mantle was decorated with festive garlands.
Synonym:
mantelpiece chimneypiece fireplace surround

Verb

to cover or envelop (something) with or as if with a mantle

Example:
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A thick fog mantled the entire city.
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Snow mantled the trees and rooftops, creating a picturesque scene.
Synonym:
cover envelop shroud cloak veil
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