manta

• Nom désignant soit un grand raie tropicale se nourrissant de plancton et de petits poissons, soit un type de couverture utilisée comme cape ou châle.

A noun referring to a large tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fish, or a type of blanket used as a cloak or shawl.

1. B2formal

   A large piece of fabric, typically a blanket, used as a cloak or shawl, often in Latin American cultures.

   Manteau ou châle

   • She wrapped a colorful manta around her shoulders to stay warm.
   • The traditional manta is often woven with intricate patterns.
   • He used a woolen manta as a makeshift blanket during the cold night.

   Synonymesblanketcloakponchoserapeshawlwrap

2. Manta rayB1formalscientific

   A very large, pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fish; generally harmless but its size can make it dangerous if provoked.

   Raie manta

   • Divers were amazed by the graceful movement of the manta ray.
   • The manta ray glided silently through the water, filtering plankton.
   • Although manta rays are usually harmless, their size demands respect.

   Synonymesdevil raydevilfishmanta ray