mantel
/'mæntl/ Cách viết khác : (mantelpiece) /'mæntlpis/
Definition
- Noun:
- A shelf that projects from a wall above a fireplace: A mantel is a structural or decorative shelf, often made of wood, stone, or marble, built above and around the opening of a fireplace.
- A chimneypiece: In British English, a mantel is commonly referred to as a chimneypiece, encompassing the entire decorative framework around a fireplace, including the shelf.
Usage
The word "mantel" is used to refer to the specific architectural feature above a fireplace. It is a singular, countable noun. It is often the focal point of a room where decorative items like clocks, vases, or pictures are displayed.
Examples
- Noun:
- She placed the family photo on the marble mantel.
- The antique clock on the mantel chimed every hour.
- They decorated the mantel with garlands for the holidays.
Advanced Usage
- "To be the centerpiece of the mantel": To be the most important or prominent decorative item placed on the mantel.
- The ornate vase was the centerpiece of the mantel.
Variants and Related Words
Mantelpiece (n): A synonym for "mantel," especially common in British English. It can refer specifically to the shelf or the entire structure.
- He leaned against the mantelpiece while speaking.
Mantelshelf (n): A less common term emphasizing the shelf aspect of the mantel.
Synonyms
- Chimneypiece: (British English) The structure surrounding a fireplace, including the mantel.
- Fireplace shelf: A descriptive synonym highlighting its location and function.
Notes on Different Meanings
The word "mantel" is distinct from "mantle," which typically refers to a cloak, a layer of the Earth, or a role/responsibility. "Mantel" is almost exclusively used in the architectural context of a fireplace.
Noun
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shelf that projects from wall above fireplace
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in Britain they call a mantel a chimneypiece
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