mantle

[ˈmæntl]

mantle Definition

• 1. a loose sleeveless cloak or shawl
• 2. the layer of the earth between the crust and the core
• 3. a responsibility or duty that passes from one person to another

Using mantle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mantle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She wore a mantle over her dress to keep warm.

• Example

  The mantle of leadership passed to her after the CEO resigned.

• Example

  The mantle of responsibility for the project fell on his shoulders.

mantle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mantle

• cloak
• shawl
• cape
• responsibility
• duty

Antonyms for mantle

• exposure
• uncovering

Phrases with mantle

• take up the mantle

  to take over a particular role or responsibility from someone else

  Example

  After the CEO resigned, she took up the mantle of leadership.

• pass the mantle

  to transfer a particular role or responsibility to someone else

  Example

  The founder passed the mantle of the company to his son.

• under the mantle of

  under the guise or protection of something

  Example

  He committed the crime under the mantle of darkness.

Origins of mantle

from Old English 'mentel', meaning 'loose wrap or sleeveless coat'

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Summary: mantle in Brief

The term 'mantle' [ˈmæntl] refers to a loose sleeveless cloak or shawl, as well as the layer of the earth between the crust and the core. It also denotes a responsibility or duty that passes from one person to another, as in 'The mantle of leadership passed to her after the CEO resigned.' Phrases like 'take up the mantle' and 'pass the mantle' describe the transfer of roles or responsibilities.