mantle

• 多义词：可指象征权力或职位的斗篷/披风，无袖外套；也指覆盖物、覆盖层，如地幔（地球介于地壳与地核之间的层）、软体动物的外套膜，以及壁炉上方的搁板或悬挂的布幔。

A noun with multiple meanings: a symbol of authority, the layer of the Earth between the crust and core, a covering layer, a protective epidermal layer in mollusks, a shelf above a fireplace, a hanging cloth used as a blind, or a sleeveless garment like a short cloak.

1. Symbolic cloak of authorityB2formal

   A cloak or garment that represents power, responsibility, or a particular role.

   象征权威的衣钵

   • The new CEO took on the mantle of leadership with confidence.
   • She assumed the mantle of responsibility for the project.
   • The king passed the mantle of rule to his eldest son.

   同义词cloakrobe

2. Earth's geological layerB2formalscientific

   The layer of the Earth between the crust and the core, composed of hot, dense rock.

   地球的地质层

   • The Earth's mantle is about 2,900 kilometers thick.
   • Volcanic eruptions originate from magma in the mantle.
   • Geologists study the mantle to understand plate tectonics.

3. Covering layerB2formal

   Something that covers or envelops a surface or object.

   覆盖层

   • A thick mantle of snow covered the landscape.
   • The forest floor was hidden under a mantle of fallen leaves.
   • The city was shrouded in a mantle of fog.

   同义词blanketcoatingcoveringcrustenvelopefilmlayersheetshroudveil

4. Protective body layer in mollusksC1formalscientific

   A protective layer of tissue in mollusks and brachiopods that secretes the material for their shell.

   外套膜

   • The mollusk's mantle secretes calcium carbonate to form its shell.
   • Injuries to the mantle can affect shell growth in clams.
   • The mantle of a snail is visible when it extends from its shell.

   同义词pallium

5. Fireplace shelfB1formal

   A shelf or ledge that projects from the wall above a fireplace.

   壁炉架

   • She placed a vase of flowers on the mantle.
   • The clock on the mantle chimed loudly.
   • Family photos were arranged on the mantle.

   同义词chimneypiecemantelmantelpiece

6. Window blindC1formalbritish

   A hanging cloth or blind used to cover a window.

   窗帘

   • He pulled down the mantle to block the sunlight.
   • The old house had dusty mantles over every window.
   • She adjusted the mantle to let in a little light.

   同义词blindcurtaindraperyhangingshade

7. Short sleeveless cloakB2formal

   A sleeveless garment, similar to a cloak but shorter, worn over other clothes.

   短披风

   • The knight wore a velvet mantle over his armor.
   • She draped a silk mantle over her shoulders.
   • In medieval times, a mantle was a common outer garment.

   同义词capemantelet

• 动词，指像用斗篷或披风一样覆盖、笼罩或遮掩某物。

A verb meaning to cover, envelop, or conceal something, as if with a cloak or mantle.

1. Spread over a surfaceC1formal

   To spread over or cover a surface gradually, like a mantle being laid down.

   覆盖

   • The fog mantled the valley, hiding the houses from view.
   • Oil slick slowly mantled the water, creating a rainbow sheen.
   • The cream began to mantle the surface of the hot coffee.
   • Shadows mantled his face as the sun dipped below the horizon.

   同义词blanketcloakcoverenvelopoverlayoverspreadshroudsuffuseveil

   反义词exposerevealuncover

2. Cover like a mantleC1formal

   To envelop or conceal something completely, as if with a cloak or mantle.

   覆盖

   • Snow mantled the rooftops and streets, turning the town white.
   • A deep silence mantled the forest after the storm.
   • The old castle was mantled in ivy and moss.
   • Darkness mantled the land as the stars began to appear.

   同义词blanketcloakconcealcoverenvelopscreenshroudveilwrap

   反义词exposerevealuncover