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
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.
Browse dictionary entries near mantilla
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