Mantle
/mˈæntəl/
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Definition
(noun) A piece of clothing somewhat like an open robe or cloak, especially that worn by Orthodox bishops.
Sentence Examples
Scientists believe that Ceres has a rocky core and an icy mantle.
Tick-tock, tick-tock! They kept winding the clock on the mantle.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The earth's ____ is the layer of silicate rock between the outer crust and the extremely hot inner core.