mantle
|man-tle|
B2
/ˈmæntl/
covering or cloak
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mantle' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'mantellum,' where 'mantellum' meant 'cloak or covering.'
Historical Evolution
'mantellum' transformed into the Old French word 'mantel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mantle' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cloak or covering,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a loose sleeveless cloak or shawl, worn especially by women.
She wore a velvet mantle over her evening gown.
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Noun 2
the outer layer of the Earth, lying between the crust and the core.
The mantle is composed of silicate rocks rich in magnesium and iron.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45