mantilla

man·til·la

 (măn-tē′yə, -tĭl′ə)

n.

1. A lightweight lace or silk scarf traditionally worn over the head and shoulders, often over a high comb, especially by women in Spain and Latin America.

2. A short cloak or cape.

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[Spanish, diminutive of manta, cape; see manta.]

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mantilla

(mænˈtɪlə)

n

1. (Clothing & Fashion) a woman's lace or silk scarf covering the shoulders and head, often worn over a comb in the hair, esp in Spain

2. (Clothing & Fashion) a similar covering for the shoulders only

[C18: Spanish, diminutive of manta cloak]

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man•til•la

(mænˈtɪl ə, -ˈti ə)

n., pl. -las.

1. a silk or lace head scarf arranged over a high comb to fall over the back and shoulders, worn esp. by women in Spain or Latin America.

2. a short mantle or light cape.

[1710–20; < Sp, diminutive of manta manta]

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Thesaurus

Noun	1.	mantilla - a woman's silk or lace scarf   scarf - a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration
	2.	mantilla - short cape worn by women     mantelet cape, mantle - a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter

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Translations

mantilla

[mænˈtɪlə] N → mantilla f, velo m

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mantilla

n → Mantille f, → Mantilla f

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mantilla

[mænˈtɪlə] n → mantiglia

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