transcription, транскрипция: [ mænt(ə)l ]
( mantles)
1.
If you take on the mantle of something such as a profession or an important job, you take on the responsibilities and duties which must be fulfilled by anyone who has this profession or job. ( WRITTEN )
Glasgow has broadened its appeal since taking on the mantle of European City of Culture in 1990...
N-SING : the N of n
2.
A mantle of something is a layer of it covering a surface, for example a layer of snow on the ground. ( WRITTEN )
The parks and squares looked grim under a mantle of soot and ash.
= blanket
N-COUNT : with supp
3.
see also mantel