mantel
|man/tel|
B2
/ˈmæntəl/
fireplace shelf
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mantel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'mantel,' where 'mantel' meant 'cloak' or 'covering.'
Historical Evolution
'mantel' changed from the Old French word 'mantel' and eventually became the modern English word 'mantel.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cloak' or 'covering,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a shelf above a fireplace.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a shelf above a fireplace, often used for decorative items.
She placed the family photos on the mantel.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a beam, stone, or arch serving as a lintel to support the masonry above a fireplace.
The mantel was made of solid oak.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/14 19:21