Plural for a covering of a specified sort
“It had snowed for the last few days, and the woods were buried in a perfect untouched mantle of thick fresh snow.”
Plural for a loose sleeveless cloak or shawl
“The lower part of her mantle cascades in regular folds, but the hem represents a noticeable display of wind blown drapery.”
Plural for an important role or responsibility that passes from one person to another
“Now that Bob Hope is no longer available to make surprise walk-ons, I think the mantle should be passed on to Stan.”
Plural for an outer layer or covering
Plural for a flat length of wood or rigid material forming part of a piece of furniture
Plural for a high cover providing shelter
Plural for something that encloses another thing, especially to protect it
Plural for something that is one's duty or responsibility
Plural for a beam of wood over the opening of an open fireplace, from which items were hung
To cloak or envelop (under a covering)
“However, sediment drifts mantle the western margins, and slope fans locally encroach onto the rise of the eastern margin.”
To apply or provide with a layer or covering of something
To appear or turn red or pink in color
To spread or pervade throughout
To dress in (especially fine) clothes
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