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- [mant-ling]
- /ˈmænt lɪŋ/
- /ˈmæn.tl̩ɪŋ/
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- [mant-ling]
- /ˈmænt lɪŋ/
Definitions of mantling word
- noun mantling a loose, sleeveless cloak or cape. 1
- noun mantling something that covers, envelops, or conceals: the mantle of darkness. 1
- noun mantling Geology. the portion of the earth, about 1800 miles (2900 km) thick, between the crust and the core. Compare core1 (def 10), crust (def 6). 1
- noun mantling Zoology. a single or paired outgrowth of the body wall that lines the inner surface of the valves of the shell in mollusks and brachiopods. 1
- noun mantling a chemically prepared, incombustible network hood for a gas jet, kerosene wick, etc., that, when the jet or wick is lighted, becomes incandescent and gives off a brilliant light. 1
- noun mantling Ornithology. the back, scapular, and inner wing plumage, especially when of the same color and distinct from other plumage. 1
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Origin of mantling
First appearance:
before 1500 One of the 26% oldest English words
First recorded in 1500-10; mantle + -ing1
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Mantling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
mantling popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
mantling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mantling
noun mantling
- burning — You use burning to describe something that is extremely hot.
- color — the sensation resulting from stimulation of the retina of the eye by light waves of certain lengths
- blossom — Blossom is the flowers that appear on a tree before the fruit.
- glowing — incandescent.
- flush — a hand or set of cards all of one suit. Compare royal flush, straight flush.
adj mantling
- animated — Someone who is animated or who is having an animated conversation is lively and is showing their feelings.
- glistening — to reflect a sparkling light or a faint intermittent glow; shine lustrously.
- shimmering — a quivering or vibrating motion or image as produced by reflecting faint light or heat waves.
- brilliant — A brilliant person, idea, or performance is extremely clever or skilful.
- starry — abounding with stars: a starry night.
verb mantling
- mantle — a construction framing the opening of a fireplace and usually covering part of the chimney breast in a more or less decorative manner.
- rouge — any of various red cosmetics for coloring the cheeks or lips.
- crimson — Something that is crimson is deep red in colour.
- redden — to make or cause to become red.
- pinken — to grow or turn pink.
adjective mantling
- gleaming — a flash or beam of light: the gleam of a lantern in the dark.
- glittering — Shining with a shimmering or sparkling light.
Antonyms for mantling
noun mantling
adj mantling
- typical — of the nature of or serving as a type or representative specimen.
- stupid — lacking ordinary quickness and keenness of mind; dull.
- unaware — not aware or conscious; unconscious: to be unaware of any change.
- unintelligent — deficient in intelligence; dull; stupid.
- apathetic — If you describe someone as apathetic, you are criticizing them because they do not seem to be interested in or enthusiastic about doing anything.
verb mantling
- pale — light-colored or lacking in color: a pale complexion; his pale face; a pale child. lacking the usual intensity of color due to fear, illness, stress, etc.: She looked pale and unwell when we visited her in the nursing home.
- blanch — If you blanch, you suddenly become very pale.
- uncover — to lay bare; disclose; reveal.
- disrobe — Take off one's clothes.
- reveal — to make known; disclose; divulge: to reveal a secret.
See also
Matching words
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