mantle
Translation
cloak, covering, role, responsibility
Examples
She wore a dark mantle over her dress.
She wore a dark mantle over her dress.
He is preparing to take on the mantle of leadership.
He is preparing to take on the mantle of leadership.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) mantle a cloak or covering A mantle of snow covered the ground.
((the)) mantle of ((sth.)) an important role or responsibility She assumed the mantle of company director.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (cloak) cape, shawl; (role) responsibility, duty
Etymology
From Old French 'mantel', from Latin 'mantellum' (cloak).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'mantle' as something that covers something else, whether it's a person (cloak), a fireplace (mantelpiece), or a position (mantle of responsibility).