mantilla

mantilla Definition

man·tilla (man til′ə, -tē′ə)

noun

a woman's scarf, as of lace, worn over the hair and shoulders, as in Spain, Mexico, etc.
a short mantle, cape, or cloak

Etymology: Sp, dim. of manta: see manta

mantilla Synonyms

kerchief, scarf, lace covering; see veil.

mantilla Usage Examples

Converse of object

wear: Leaning on her arm was a slightly-built old lady with white ringlets, dressed all in black and wearing a lace mantilla.

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