1. loose sleeveless cloaks or capes
2. the layer of rock between Earth’s crust and core
Usage: geology
3. positions of responsibility or authority
Usage: figurative

1. covers or conceals as if with a cloak
2. becomes covered with a coating or film

Examples

• The royal family wore elaborate mantles during the ceremony.
• Scientists study the Earth’s mantles to understand geological processes.
• She assumed the mantles of leadership after her predecessor retired.
• Snow mantles the mountain peaks in winter.
• Fog mantles the valley each morning.
• The old building mantles with ivy over time.
• Heavy clouds mantle the sky before the storm.
• He inherited the mantles of responsibility from his father.