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overmantel

/ˈəʊ.vəˌmæn.təl/

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noun

/ˈəʊ.vəˌmæn.təl/C2formal
  • ruПолка или декоративная конструкция, размещаемая над каминной полкой.

A shelf or decorative structure placed above a mantelpiece.

  1. Shelf above a fireplaceC2formalbritish

    A decorative shelf or structure placed above a mantelpiece, often used to display ornaments or artwork.

    ruПолка над камином

    • The antique clock sat proudly on the overmantel.
    • She arranged a collection of porcelain figurines on the overmantel.
    • The overmantel was carved from dark oak and matched the fireplace.
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