mantle
Translation
mantle, cloak, role, covering
Examples
A thick mantle of snow covered the ground.
A thick mantle of snow covered the ground.
She is ready to take on the mantle of leadership.
She is ready to take on the mantle of leadership.
The Earth's mantle is between the crust and the core.
The Earth's mantle is between the crust and the core.
Grammar Patterns
((a mantle of sth.)) - a covering of something. The hills wore a mantle of mist.
((to take on the mantle of sth.)) - to accept an important role or responsibility. He will take on the mantle of CEO.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cloak, covering, role, responsibility
Etymology
From Latin `mantellum` 'a cloak'.
Memory Tips
Picture a king passing his royal mantle (cloak) to his successor, symbolising the transfer of responsibility. Don't confuse with 'mantel' (the shelf above a fireplace).