MANTLE

Definition of MANTLE

(verb)spread over a surface, like a mantle
(verb)cover like a mantle
(noun)the cloak as a symbol of authority
(noun)the layer of the earth between the crust and the core
(noun)anything that covers
(noun)(zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell
(noun)shelf that projects from wall above fireplace
(noun)hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)
(noun)a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter