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- [man-tl]
- /ˈmæn tl/
- /ˈmæn.tl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [man-tl]
- /ˈmæn tl/
Definitions of mantle word
- noun mantle a construction framing the opening of a fireplace and usually covering part of the chimney breast in a more or less decorative manner. 1
- noun mantle Also called mantelshelf. a shelf above a fireplace opening. 1
- verb with object mantle to cover with or as if with a mantle; envelop; conceal. 1
- verb without object mantle to spread or cover a surface, as a blush over the face. 1
- verb without object mantle to flush; blush. 1
- verb without object mantle (of a hawk) to spread out one wing and then the other over the corresponding outstretched leg. 1
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Origin of mantle
First appearance:
before 900 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 900; Middle English mantel, Old English mæntel < Latin mantellum
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Parts of speech for Mantle
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mantle popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
mantle usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mantle
noun mantle
- veil — a piece of opaque or transparent material worn over the face for concealment, for protection from the elements, or to enhance the appearance.
- covering — A covering is a layer of something that protects or hides something else.
- blanket — A blanket is a large square or rectangular piece of thick cloth, especially one which you put on a bed to keep you warm.
- cape — A cape is a large piece of land that sticks out into the sea from the coast.
- wrap — to enclose in something wound or folded about (often followed by up): She wrapped her head in a scarf.
verb mantle
- overspread — to spread or diffuse over: A blush of embarrassment overspread his face.
- mantling — a loose, sleeveless cloak or cape.
- habited — inhabited.
- luminesce — to exhibit luminescence.
- suit up — a set of clothing, armor, or the like, intended for wear together.
Antonyms for mantle
noun mantle
- dismantle — to deprive or strip of apparatus, furniture, equipment, defenses, etc.: to dismantle a ship; to dismantle a fortress.
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